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Jobless claims jump to 4-month high, but don’t be fooled: Layoffs aren’t on the rise

The number of people who applied for unemployment benefits at the end of May jumped to a four-month high, but not because businesses are laying off more workers. The timing of the Memorial Day holiday was an X-factor.

More: Jobless claims jump to 4-month high, but don’t be fooled: Layoffs aren’t on the rise. The number of people who applied for unemployment benefits at the end of May jumped to a four-month high, but not because businesses are laying off more workers. The timing of the Memorial Day holiday was an X-factor.
TL;DR: The number of people who applied for unemployment benefits at the end of May jumped to a four-month high, but not because businesses are laying off more workers.
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This investing strategy digs deeper to find hidden stocks riding the AI wave

There are plenty of ways to jump into the generative-AI hardware infrastructure expansion beyond the familiar chip makers and hyperscalers.

TL;DR: There are plenty of ways to jump into the generative-AI hardware infrastructure expansion beyond the familiar chip makers and hyperscalers.
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Blackstone caps withdrawals from flagship private credit fund

Redemption requests surged to $4.5bn in second quarter amid mounting fears in sector

More: Blackstone caps withdrawals from flagship private credit fund. Redemption requests surged to $4.5bn in second quarter amid mounting fears in sector
TL;DR: Redemption requests surged to $4.5bn in second quarter amid mounting fears in sector
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How ‘no tax on overtime’ could impact behavior in good ways — and bad

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act deduction that could encourage bad actors.

More: How ‘no tax on overtime’ could impact behavior in good ways — and bad. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act deduction that could encourage bad actors.
TL;DR: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act deduction that could encourage bad actors.
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Tech is flashing a warning sign last seen in 2020. Strategist Larry McDonald sees a massive rotation coming.

Larry McDonald warns that investors are piling into tech stocks thinking it’s the “safe trade,” but should be thining about hard assets instead.

More: Tech is flashing a warning sign last seen in 2020. Strategist Larry McDonald sees a massive rotation coming.. Larry McDonald warns that investors are piling into tech stocks thinking it’s the “safe trade,” but should be thining about hard assets instead.
TL;DR: Larry McDonald warns that investors are piling into tech stocks thinking it’s the “safe trade,” but should be thining about hard assets instead.
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Why is ‘doomspending’ on the rise? | Sean Monahan

If everyone is spending like there won’t be a tomorrow, there probably won’t be a tomorrow Doom is the prefix du jour. Doomscrolling, doomposting, doomsplaining, doomspreading. Doom joins other recent suffixes -maxxing, -pilled, and -slop – giving discussions about contemporary life an overtly negative cast. Doomspending, in particular, is a new term for spending frivolously with no concern for future financial consequences. It has become synonymous with the declining fortunes of young westerners. A survey by Credit Karma, a consumer fintech company, published in the fall of 2024, introduced the concept and the general parameters around it. Chronically online youth had begun coping with anxiety about the economy and world events with retail therapy. They claim 27% of Americans doomspend to deal with stress. The numbers rise to 37% of gen Z and 39% of millennials. Continue reading...

More: Doomspending, in particular, is a new term for spending frivolously with no concern for future financial consequences. A survey by Credit Karma, a consumer fintech company, published in the fall of 2024, introduced the concept and the general parameters around it. Chronically online youth had begun coping with anxiety about the economy and world events with retail therapy.
TL;DR: If everyone is spending like there won’t be a tomorrow, there probably won’t be a tomorrow Doom is the prefix du jour.
Read original at Theguardian
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Maxed out on TSMC, Samsung and SK Hynix, what emerging-market funds are buying now

Fund managers who’ve made a killing this year with positions in the three top-performing emerging market stocks are increasingly being forced to diversify elsewhere.

TL;DR: Fund managers who’ve made a killing this year with positions in the three top-performing emerging market stocks are increasingly being forced to diversify elsewhere.
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Energy firm OVO to hand out £3.4m in goodwill payments

OVO will hand out £3.4m in "goodwill payments" to customers as part of a £10.4m settlement with the energy regulator following an investigation into its policies for supporting vulnerable customers. 

TL;DR: OVO will hand out £3.4m in "goodwill payments" to customers as part of a £10.4m settlement with the energy regulator following an investigation into its policies for supporting vulnerable customers. 
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Jefferies CEO says firm is not in the SpaceX shorting business

Some 23 firms are handling the SpaceX initial public offering, and Jefferies Financial Group is not one of them.

TL;DR: Some 23 firms are handling the SpaceX initial public offering, and Jefferies Financial Group is not one of them.
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Gen-Z socialism, from Zohran to Zack and beyond

The world’s leftists are embracing a new set of economic ideas

More: Gen-Z socialism, from Zohran to Zack and beyond. The world’s leftists are embracing a new set of economic ideas
TL;DR: The world’s leftists are embracing a new set of economic ideas
Read original at Economist
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Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. list $10.5 million private enclave in L.A.

“Buffy the Vampire Slayer” star Sarah Michelle Gellar and her actor husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., have put their stunning Hamptons-stye Los Angeles home on the market for $10.5 million.

TL;DR: “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” star Sarah Michelle Gellar and her actor husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., have put their stunning Hamptons-stye Los Angeles home on the market for $10.5 million.
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Trump has made our K-shaped economy even worse | Steven Greenhouse

While wealthy Americans hail a booming stock market, the rest of us worry about rising inflation and people struggling to make ends meet In case you’re not familiar with the concept of the K-shaped economy , it’s an important idea that captures a lot about Trump’s America. Wealthy Americans are represented by the line of the K that angles sharply upward to the right, while the line of the K that dips downward represents non-rich Americans and the difficulties they face. The economy’s K-shape has been growing worse in recent months, in large part because of Donald Trump’s policies. The wealthy people’s line is climbing further upward, while the line for the non-wealthy – the vast majority of Americans – has fallen further. Continue reading...

More: Trump has made our K-shaped economy even worse | Steven Greenhouse. Wealthy Americans are represented by the line of the K that angles sharply upward to the right, while the line of the K that dips downward represents non-rich Americans and the difficulties they face.
TL;DR: The wealthy people’s line is climbing further upward, while the line for the non-wealthy – the vast majority of Americans – has fallen further.
Read original at Theguardian
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UK to challenge EU over ‘devastating’ plans for new tariff-free steel import quotas

Business secretary Peter Kyle to meet European counterpart over proposals to almost halve amount of tariff-free imports The UK business secretary, Peter Kyle, is to raise concerns about EU plans to dramatically reduce tariff-free imports of British steel with its trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels on Friday. The UK steel industry has previously warned of “devastating” consequences from the new quota system being planned by the EU, which will cut overall tariff-free imports from non-EU countries by 47% on 2024 levels from 1 July. Continue reading...

More: Business secretary Peter Kyle to meet European counterpart over proposals to almost halve amount of tariff-free imports The UK business secretary, Peter Kyle, is to raise concerns about EU plans to dramatically reduce tariff-free imports of British steel with its trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels on Friday.
TL;DR: Business secretary Peter Kyle to meet European counterpart over proposals to almost halve amount of tariff-free imports The UK business secretary, Peter Kyle, is to raise concerns about EU plans to dramatically reduce tariff-free imports of British steel with its trade commissioner Maroš Šefčovič in Brussels on Friday.
Read original at Theguardian
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SpaceX aims for world’s largest IPO amid fears it is ‘significantly overvalued’ – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news SpaceX’s $1.75trn is ‘stratospherically high’, warns Michael Hewson , senior market analyst at iForex , which might put some investors off taking part in the IPO: In what looks set to be one of the most hotly anticipated IPOs in years, SpaceX is set to blast off on 12th June as it looks to raise up to $75bn from investors at $135 a share, which would value the company at an eye-popping $1.75trn. This eye watering valuation looks set to see the business included in the Nasdaq with many questioning how anyone can justify such a stratospheric valuation at this level of fixed price, even before the book building process has started. “We think the company has been significantly overvalued and investors will have opportunities to buy the stock at more attractive levels after the IPO.” 8.30am BST: Eurozone construction PMI for May 9am BST: UK new car sales data for May 9.30am BST: UK construction PMI for May 10.30am BST: US ‘Challenger’ jobs cuts data for May 1.30pm BST: US weekly ‘initial claims’ jobless data Continue reading...

More: SpaceX aims for world’s largest IPO amid fears it is ‘significantly overvalued’ – business live. Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news SpaceX’s $1.75trn is ‘stratospherically high’, warns Michael Hewson , senior market analyst at iForex , which might put some investors off taking part in the IPO: In what looks set to be one of the most hotly anticipated IP…
TL;DR: “We think the company has been significantly overvalued and investors will have opportunities to buy the stock at more attractive levels after the IPO.” 8.30am BST: Eurozone construction PMI for May 9am BST: UK new car sales data for May 9.30am BST: UK construction PMI for May 10.30am BST: US ‘Challenger’ jobs cuts data for May 1.30pm BST: US weekly ‘initial claims’ jobless data Continue reading...
Read original at Theguardian
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Partners Group hit by surge in withdrawal requests at second major fund

Increase raises possibility that exits from $16bn US fund could be blocked

More: Partners Group hit by surge in withdrawal requests at second major fund. Increase raises possibility that exits from $16bn US fund could be blocked
TL;DR: Increase raises possibility that exits from $16bn US fund could be blocked
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‘Happiness is not just about GDP’: ambitious plan or utopia?

Some will question its credibility. But the alternative future to the one imagined in the World Justice Report is far more bleak • Academics set out sweeping vision for planetary survival In our increasingly dystopian world, who wouldn’t want to at least be open to a utopian antidote? The World Justice Report, published on Thursday, outlines how to build a prosperous, equitable world within safe planetary boundaries. It’s a push from the modern eco-socialist left in a global battle for ideas that will shape the future. Based on past social achievements and future energy transformation, it indicates that the overwhelming majority of people on the planet could, by the end of the century, work less and earn more while keeping temperatures down and avoiding much of the current destruction of nature. It is an ambitious, comprehensive and upbeat plan, and a stronger argument around which to build a political campaign than abstract goals of “net zero” or “decarbonisation”. Continue reading...

More: ‘Happiness is not just about GDP’: ambitious plan or utopia?. But the alternative future to the one imagined in the World Justice Report is far more bleak • Academics set out sweeping vision for planetary survival In our increasingly dystopian world, who wouldn’t want to at least be open to a utopian antidote?
TL;DR: The World Justice Report, published on Thursday, outlines how to build a prosperous, equitable world within safe planetary boundaries.
Read original at Theguardian
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'Library of Things' aims to help people save money

Home News US & Canada UK UK Politics England N. Ireland N. Ireland Politics Scotland Scotland Politics Wales Wales Politics Africa Asia China India Australia Europe Latin America Middle East In Pictu…

More: Home News US & Canada UK UK Politics England N. Ireland Politics Scotland Scotland Politics Wales Wales Politics Africa Asia China India Australia Europe Latin America Middle East In Pictures BBC InDepth BBC Verify Football 2026 Business World of Business Technology of Business NYSE Opening Bell Technology Artificial Intelligence Intelligence Revolution AI v the Mind Tech Now…
TL;DR: Volunteers in Leamington have launched a new type of library where you can borrow household items.
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AI cyber security risk ‘top of list’ for banking threats, says UK regulator

Sam Woods, the outgoing chief of the PRA, says he is ‘very concerned’ about vulnerabilities in lenders’ IT systems

More: AI cyber security risk ‘top of list’ for banking threats, says UK regulator. Sam Woods, the outgoing chief of the PRA, says he is ‘very concerned’ about vulnerabilities in lenders’ IT systems
TL;DR: Sam Woods, the outgoing chief of the PRA, says he is ‘very concerned’ about vulnerabilities in lenders’ IT systems
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Global flight of the wealthy slows sharply as political and tax worries ease

UK had deep drop in rich people shifting jurisdiction after non-dom abolition played out

More: Global flight of the wealthy slows sharply as political and tax worries ease. UK had deep drop in rich people shifting jurisdiction after non-dom abolition played out
TL;DR: UK had deep drop in rich people shifting jurisdiction after non-dom abolition played out
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City of London office rents close in on West End highs

Demand for space and limited supply is driving up prices in the business district

More: City of London office rents close in on West End highs. Demand for space and limited supply is driving up prices in the business district
TL;DR: Demand for space and limited supply is driving up prices in the business district
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Quantinuum raises $1.68 billion in IPO that seeks to give quantum computing more street cred

Quantinuum is pursuing a traditional IPO, whereas many other quantum players have gone the SPAC route.

More: Quantinuum raises $1.68 billion in IPO that seeks to give quantum computing more street cred. Quantinuum is pursuing a traditional IPO, whereas many other quantum players have gone the SPAC route.
TL;DR: Quantinuum is pursuing a traditional IPO, whereas many other quantum players have gone the SPAC route.
Read original at Marketwatch
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Broadcom Shares Slide Despite Jump in Revenue on AI Chip Demand

The semiconductor and software maker’s shares slid after-hours as the report and guidance failed to live up to expectations among some investors.

TL;DR: The semiconductor and software maker’s shares slid after-hours as the report and guidance failed to live up to expectations among some investors.
Read original at Wsj
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Hedge fund DE Shaw extends investor lock-up for up to four years

The more than $90bn hedge fund tells investors it will take longer to retrieve their money from two flagship funds

TL;DR: The more than $90bn hedge fund tells investors it will take longer to retrieve their money from two flagship funds
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CrowdStrike’s stock falls as investors find more reason to pan cybersecurity earnings

Like Palo Alto Networks before it, CrowdStrike beats financial expectations but sees its stock get punished

More: CrowdStrike’s stock falls as investors find more reason to pan cybersecurity earnings. Like Palo Alto Networks before it, CrowdStrike beats financial expectations but sees its stock get punished
TL;DR: Like Palo Alto Networks before it, CrowdStrike beats financial expectations but sees its stock get punished
Read original at Marketwatch
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How single-stock turbulence presents ‘asymmetric’ downside risk for a rather calm S&P 500

A “dispersion trade” is being fueled by rising volatility for individual stocks while index volatility is falling — suggesting the risks of a selloff are rising

More: How single-stock turbulence presents ‘asymmetric’ downside risk for a rather calm S&P 500. A “dispersion trade” is being fueled by rising volatility for individual stocks while index volatility is falling — suggesting the risks of a selloff are rising
TL;DR: A “dispersion trade” is being fueled by rising volatility for individual stocks while index volatility is falling — suggesting the risks of a selloff are rising
Read original at Marketwatch
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You’re going to pay tax on RMDs — there’s no way around it. Or is there?

Here’s your new playbook to protect your retirement cash.

More: You’re going to pay tax on RMDs — there’s no way around it. Or is there?. Here’s your new playbook to protect your retirement cash.
TL;DR: Here’s your new playbook to protect your retirement cash.
Read original at Marketwatch
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The two types of inflation the Fed can’t control — and how Congress must protect your wallet

As permanent supply shocks drive up Americans’ grocery and gasoline prices, lawmakers need to take a stand,

More: The two types of inflation the Fed can’t control — and how Congress must protect your wallet. As permanent supply shocks drive up Americans’ grocery and gasoline prices, lawmakers need to take a stand,
TL;DR: As permanent supply shocks drive up Americans’ grocery and gasoline prices, lawmakers need to take a stand,
Read original at Marketwatch
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SpaceX is set to crush global records by targeting a massive IPO haul of up to $86 billion

Elon Musk will hold more than 80% of the voting power of SpaceX shares, cementing his control over the company.

More: SpaceX is set to crush global records by targeting a massive IPO haul of up to $86 billion. Elon Musk will hold more than 80% of the voting power of SpaceX shares, cementing his control over the company.
TL;DR: Elon Musk will hold more than 80% of the voting power of SpaceX shares, cementing his control over the company.
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Stocks take a breather on Wednesday as torrid rally cools — putting potentially historic S&P 500 winning streak in jeopardy

The powerful stock-market rally took a breather on Wednesday after a solid stretch of gains. As of the closing bell, the S&P 500 had wiped out its advance from earlier in the week, placing a lengthy weekly winning streak in jeopardy.

More: Stocks take a breather on Wednesday as torrid rally cools — putting potentially historic S&P 500 winning streak in jeopardy. The powerful stock-market rally took a breather on Wednesday after a solid stretch of gains. As of the closing bell, the S&P 500 had wiped out its advance from earlier in the week, placing a lengthy weekly winning streak in jeopardy.
TL;DR: The powerful stock-market rally took a breather on Wednesday after a solid stretch of gains.
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‘Squeezing more life out of every dollar’: How inflation is forcing a new reality on American families and amplifying the economy’s ‘K shape’

Higher consumer prices are reining in spending among lower- and middle-income consumers, Fed’s beige book reports.

More: ‘Squeezing more life out of every dollar’: How inflation is forcing a new reality on American families and amplifying the economy’s ‘K shape’. Higher consumer prices are reining in spending among lower- and middle-income consumers, Fed’s beige book reports.
TL;DR: Higher consumer prices are reining in spending among lower- and middle-income consumers, Fed’s beige book reports.
Read original at Marketwatch
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Are you financially fulfilled? If not, your retirement plans are in danger.

Only 16% of Americans say they’re financially comfortable, a new poll found.

More: Are you financially fulfilled? If not, your retirement plans are in danger.. Only 16% of Americans say they’re financially comfortable, a new poll found.
TL;DR: Only 16% of Americans say they’re financially comfortable, a new poll found.
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Only 5% of day traders make money, but the SEC is now making it easier for more people to try it anyway

The pattern day-trading rule is going away on June 4, but retail investors should understand the risks.

More: Only 5% of day traders make money, but the SEC is now making it easier for more people to try it anyway. The pattern day-trading rule is going away on June 4, but retail investors should understand the risks.
TL;DR: The pattern day-trading rule is going away on June 4, but retail investors should understand the risks.
Read original at Marketwatch
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High gas prices are limiting how far singles will go for love — literally

“Am I going to drive an hour and a half just for coffee?”

More: High gas prices are limiting how far singles will go for love — literally. “Am I going to drive an hour and a half just for coffee?”
TL;DR: “Am I going to drive an hour and a half just for coffee?”
Read original at Marketwatch
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AT&T’s stock is seeing its worst day in 8 months as the SpaceX threat comes into focus

Investors aren’t thinking enough about the risk posed by SpaceX’s satellite ambitions, an Oppenheimer analyst warned.

More: AT&T’s stock is seeing its worst day in 8 months as the SpaceX threat comes into focus. Investors aren’t thinking enough about the risk posed by SpaceX’s satellite ambitions, an Oppenheimer analyst warned.
TL;DR: Investors aren’t thinking enough about the risk posed by SpaceX’s satellite ambitions, an Oppenheimer analyst warned.
Read original at Marketwatch
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Inflation is squeezing American consumers and the Fed's latest report shows it's getting worse

Federal Reserve Beige Book finds inflation rising at a strong pace across most districts, driven by energy costs tied to the Middle East conflict.

More: Inflation is squeezing American consumers and the Fed's latest report shows it's getting worse. Federal Reserve Beige Book finds inflation rising at a strong pace across most districts, driven by energy costs tied to the Middle East conflict.
TL;DR: Federal Reserve Beige Book finds inflation rising at a strong pace across most districts, driven by energy costs tied to the Middle East conflict.
Read original at Foxbusiness
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America’s Data-Center Build-Out Is Falling Way Behind Schedule

Google, which is raising a fresh $85 billion, has a strategy for getting around the biggest bottleneck.

More: America’s Data-Center Build-Out Is Falling Way Behind Schedule. Google, which is raising a fresh $85 billion, has a strategy for getting around the biggest bottleneck.
TL;DR: Google, which is raising a fresh $85 billion, has a strategy for getting around the biggest bottleneck.
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Barclays hopes to boost UK economy with enlightened self-interest

Bank wants the government to make changes that encourage more foreign companies to manage their cash from the UK

TL;DR: Bank wants the government to make changes that encourage more foreign companies to manage their cash from the UK
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Another redemption wave is spooking the $2 trillion private-credit market

Private-credit woes are back in focus after a pair of l funds limited redemptions in the second quarter

TL;DR: Private-credit woes are back in focus after a pair of l funds limited redemptions in the second quarter
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Former UBS private credit fund says law firm helped defraud it of $145mn

Fund alleges Pillsbury Winthrop lawyer sent it ‘fake financials’ to secure loans linked to Aspiration Partners

More: Former UBS private credit fund says law firm helped defraud it of $145mn. Fund alleges Pillsbury Winthrop lawyer sent it ‘fake financials’ to secure loans linked to Aspiration Partners
TL;DR: Fund alleges Pillsbury Winthrop lawyer sent it ‘fake financials’ to secure loans linked to Aspiration Partners
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Looking to buy into the SpaceX IPO? This scary chart might make you think twice.

Stock performance following previous major tech IPOs has been less than stellar.

More: Looking to buy into the SpaceX IPO? This scary chart might make you think twice.. Stock performance following previous major tech IPOs has been less than stellar.
TL;DR: Stock performance following previous major tech IPOs has been less than stellar.
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Marvell’s stock is on a run not seen in a quarter-century as the tech company grows in stature

Marvell now ranks No. 22 in the S&P 500 with a $269 billion market capitalization that’s higher than those of PepsiCo and T-Mobile.

More: Marvell’s stock is on a run not seen in a quarter-century as the tech company grows in stature. Marvell now ranks No. 22 in the S&P 500 with a $269 billion market capitalization that’s higher than those of PepsiCo and T-Mobile.
TL;DR: Marvell now ranks No.
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Bill Ackman sees investors repeating a mistake of 2000: Flocking to the ‘new new’ and ignoring quality names

Billionaire hedge-fund manager Bill Ackman says investors are ignoring Microsoft and other Big Tech names for the sake of the “new new thing,” like chip stocks.

TL;DR: Billionaire hedge-fund manager Bill Ackman says investors are ignoring Microsoft and other Big Tech names for the sake of the “new new thing,” like chip stocks.
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Iran conflict hasn’t slowed the economy, but rising inflation coaxes businesses to freeze hiring

The largest part of the economy grew faster in May even as businesses had to cope with the worst inflation in several years, but it came at a cost to jobseekers. Many companies have adopted temporary hiring freezes to offset their own rising costs.

More: Iran conflict hasn’t slowed the economy, but rising inflation coaxes businesses to freeze hiring. The largest part of the economy grew faster in May even as businesses had to cope with the worst inflation in several years, but it came at a cost to jobseekers. Many companies have adopted temporary hiring freezes to offset their own rising costs.
TL;DR: The largest part of the economy grew faster in May even as businesses had to cope with the worst inflation in several years, but it came at a cost to jobseekers.
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Three reasons Palo Alto Networks’ stock is falling in the face of upbeat earnings

Analysts attribute the stock drop to profit-taking, the timing of AI contributions and changes to reporting conventions.

More: Three reasons Palo Alto Networks’ stock is falling in the face of upbeat earnings. Analysts attribute the stock drop to profit-taking, the timing of AI contributions and changes to reporting conventions.
TL;DR: Analysts attribute the stock drop to profit-taking, the timing of AI contributions and changes to reporting conventions.
Read original at Marketwatch
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I’m 73 and living 100% off dividends from my stocks. How can I create even more income?

A “bulletproof” portfolio may be impossible, but you can try to get close if you have enough money invested

More: I’m 73 and living 100% off dividends from my stocks. How can I create even more income?. A “bulletproof” portfolio may be impossible, but you can try to get close if you have enough money invested
TL;DR: A “bulletproof” portfolio may be impossible, but you can try to get close if you have enough money invested
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Vanguard fund becomes first ETF to top $1tn in assets

Rapid growth shows volume of passive money ready to buy IPOs such as SpaceX and Anthropic

More: Vanguard fund becomes first ETF to top $1tn in assets. Rapid growth shows volume of passive money ready to buy IPOs such as SpaceX and Anthropic
TL;DR: Rapid growth shows volume of passive money ready to buy IPOs such as SpaceX and Anthropic
Read original at Ft
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Mark Zuckerberg Wants Meta’s New AI Agents to Run Your Whole Business

The new agent is part of the company’s effort to broaden beyond its core consumer business as it spends aggressively on artificial intelligence.

TL;DR: The new agent is part of the company’s effort to broaden beyond its core consumer business as it spends aggressively on artificial intelligence.
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Amount needed for comfortable retirement jumps by £1,500 a year - and most people aren't saving enough

Think you're saving enough to ensure a comfortable retirement? According to Pensions UK, there's a significant number of people who aren't.

More: Amount needed for comfortable retirement jumps by £1,500 a year - and most people aren't saving enough. Think you're saving enough to ensure a comfortable retirement? According to Pensions UK, there's a significant number of people who aren't.
TL;DR: Think you're saving enough to ensure a comfortable retirement?
Read original at News
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Anthropic Bulks Up Its Enterprise Partner Program Amid IPO Plans

AI giant is solidifying its Claude Partner Network to help demonstrate ‘durability of revenue’ as it nears going public.

TL;DR: AI giant is solidifying its Claude Partner Network to help demonstrate ‘durability of revenue’ as it nears going public.
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Eli Lilly, Ascidian Sign $1.9 Billion Kidney-Disease Treatment Deal

Eli Lilly signed a collaboration and licensing agreement worth up to $1.9 billion with Ascidian Therapeutics to research and develop kidney-disease treatments.

TL;DR: Eli Lilly signed a collaboration and licensing agreement worth up to $1.9 billion with Ascidian Therapeutics to research and develop kidney-disease treatments.
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ADP says businesses create the most new jobs in 16 months, as hiring rebounds from long lull

ADP said U.S. businesses created 122,000 new jobs in May to mark the biggest increase in 16 months, another sign that points to an increase in hiring and a rebound in what’s been a very sluggish labor market.

TL;DR: businesses created 122,000 new jobs in May to mark the biggest increase in 16 months, another sign that points to an increase in hiring and a rebound in what’s been a very sluggish labor market.
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Wall Street hated these 15 stocks. Then their earnings proved the analysts wrong.

Earnings beats mean a lot more when it happens to stocks the market gave up on.

More: Wall Street hated these 15 stocks. Then their earnings proved the analysts wrong.. Earnings beats mean a lot more when it happens to stocks the market gave up on.
TL;DR: Earnings beats mean a lot more when it happens to stocks the market gave up on.
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Oil prices rally for a third straight day as peace-deal hopes teeter

WTI crude futures have risen nearly 10% in three days as hopes for a quick peace deal fade.

TL;DR: WTI crude futures have risen nearly 10% in three days as hopes for a quick peace deal fade.
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OECD gives a stark warning while lowering 2027 growth forecasts

Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development is warning of the risks of inflation. But that’s not all.

More: OECD gives a stark warning while lowering 2027 growth forecasts. Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development is warning of the risks of inflation. But that’s not all.
TL;DR: Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development is warning of the risks of inflation.
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Tap into the humanoid robotics boom with this ETF

Humanoid robots and physical AI may be the next major tech investment theme as investors look beyond the artificial intelligence boom for new opportunities.

More: Brian Moynihan on AI's impact on jobs, Bank of America's campus hiring spree CLARITY Act is ‘here to stay’ despite what big banks say: Rep. Lisa McClain Stock market is exhibiting ‘late stage bull market behavior,’ investor says Victor Davis Hanson says Pratt must win over ‘disaffected’ Democrats and Independents Tuberville slams politicization of Fed under Powell: 'He was rui…
TL;DR: Humanoid robots and physical AI may be the next major tech investment theme as investors look beyond the artificial intelligence boom for new opportunities.
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Investors would be crazy to turn bearish on stocks now, says veteran strategist. Maybe not, in six months.

Marco Papic is worried about where stocks are headed in six to 12 months from now, with massive tech IPOs a big part of that concern.

TL;DR: Marco Papic is worried about where stocks are headed in six to 12 months from now, with massive tech IPOs a big part of that concern.
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Baidu Sees AI, Chip Business Driving Healthy Revenue Growth

Baidu expects to list its chip unit in Hong Kong this year, and for artificial-intelligence income.to support healthy revenue growth over the next few quarters.

TL;DR: Baidu expects to list its chip unit in Hong Kong this year, and for artificial-intelligence income.to support healthy revenue growth over the next few quarters.
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Trump threatens tariffs on 60 countries including UK and Canada over ‘forced labour’

Proposal for 10-12.5% levies, to also include EU, Taiwan, Canada and Australia, would allow US president to skirt court-imposed limits Donald Trump has threatened tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on 60 countries including the UK, EU and Australia over alleged forced labour failures, in the latest attempt to revive his signature trade policy. The EU immediately hit back, saying it expected the US to respect the tariff deal it entered into last July and arguing stealth tariffs breached the spirit of that agreement. Continue reading...

More: Proposal for 10-12.5% levies, to also include EU, Taiwan, Canada and Australia, would allow US president to skirt court-imposed limits Donald Trump has threatened tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on 60 countries including the UK, EU and Australia over alleged forced labour failures, in the latest attempt to revive his signature trade policy.
TL;DR: Proposal for 10-12.5% levies, to also include EU, Taiwan, Canada and Australia, would allow US president to skirt court-imposed limits Donald Trump has threatened tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on 60 countries including the UK, EU and Australia over alleged forced labour failures, in the latest attempt to revive his signature trade policy.
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Market-Research Firm AlphaSense Clinches $7.5 Billion Valuation in New Funding Round

Firm raises $350 million from investors including Accenture and JPMorgan’s asset-management unit.

More: Market-Research Firm AlphaSense Clinches $7.5 Billion Valuation in New Funding Round. Firm raises $350 million from investors including Accenture and JPMorgan’s asset-management unit.
TL;DR: Firm raises $350 million from investors including Accenture and JPMorgan’s asset-management unit.
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I want to give my brother and his kids $5,000 each. My financial adviser is reluctant. Who’s right?

“In the past I’ve loaned my brother over $12,000, which I’m sure I’ll never get back.”

More: I want to give my brother and his kids $5,000 each. My financial adviser is reluctant. “In the past I’ve loaned my brother over $12,000, which I’m sure I’ll never get back.”
TL;DR: “In the past I’ve loaned my brother over $12,000, which I’m sure I’ll never get back.”
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The hottest stock market in the world has doubled this year. Now Goldman Sachs sees another 40% gain from here.

Earnings are the principal driver behind the breathtaking rallies achieved by Korean and Taiwanese benchmark indices in 2026, and Goldman Sachs thinks the market is still underestimating the longevity of the chip cycle.

TL;DR: Earnings are the principal driver behind the breathtaking rallies achieved by Korean and Taiwanese benchmark indices in 2026, and Goldman Sachs thinks the market is still underestimating the longevity of the chip cycle.
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Partners Group limits withdrawals in private equity fund for wealthy individuals

Swiss private capital firm caps redemptions from its $8.6bn flagship vehicle

More: Partners Group limits withdrawals in private equity fund for wealthy individuals. Swiss private capital firm caps redemptions from its $8.6bn flagship vehicle
TL;DR: Swiss private capital firm caps redemptions from its $8.6bn flagship vehicle
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The late Richard Simmons’ L.A. estate returns to the market with a new sales strategy—and a lower price

The iconic Los Angeles estate where fitness guru Richard Simmons died in 2024 has undergone a big price cut, just a few weeks after it reappeared on the market as a $5.8 million “canvas for transformation.”

TL;DR: The iconic Los Angeles estate where fitness guru Richard Simmons died in 2024 has undergone a big price cut, just a few weeks after it reappeared on the market as a $5.8 million “canvas for transformation.”
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Bank of America to hire nearly 4,000 summer interns and campus recruits

Bank of America announces plans to hire nearly 4,000 summer interns and full-time recruits from over 500 colleges and universities this summer.

More: CLARITY Act is ‘here to stay’ despite what big banks say: Rep. Lisa McClain Stock market is exhibiting ‘late stage bull market behavior,’ investor says Victor Davis Hanson says Pratt must win over ‘disaffected’ Democrats and Independents Tuberville slams politicization of Fed under Powell: 'He was ruining the country' Alphabet to sell $80B in stock to fund AI push Charles Payn…
TL;DR: Bank of America announces plans to hire nearly 4,000 summer interns and full-time recruits from over 500 colleges and universities this summer.
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US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns

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TL;DR: It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.
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New Trump administration tariffs, this time on forced labor, could come into force as existing ones roll off

The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed new tariffs that would come into force just as an existing levy expires.

TL;DR: The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed new tariffs that would come into force just as an existing levy expires.
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Spain’s AI Business-Software Group Factorial Hits $2.5 Billion Valuation

Venture-capital firm General Catalyst led the funding round—that also attracted interest from Atomico and Four Rivers—bringing in fresh capital to expand as AI reshapes the market.

TL;DR: Venture-capital firm General Catalyst led the funding round—that also attracted interest from Atomico and Four Rivers—bringing in fresh capital to expand as AI reshapes the market.
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OECD predicts spate of recessions globally if Iran conflict drags into 2027

Policy forum lays out ‘prolonged disruption’ scenario in which world’s GDP falls to 2.1% this year from 3.4% in 2025 Rural UK ‘particularly at risk’ of diesel shortages If the Middle East conflict drags on into next year it would hit global growth hard, driving some economies into recession and causing energy shortages, according to forecasts from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. In its latest Economic Outlook, the Paris-based club of industrialised countries lays out a “prolonged disruption” scenario, in which there is no agreement between the US and Iran until 2027. Continue reading...

More: Policy forum lays out ‘prolonged disruption’ scenario in which world’s GDP falls to 2.1% this year from 3.4% in 2025 Rural UK ‘particularly at risk’ of diesel shortages If the Middle East conflict drags on into next year it would hit global growth hard, driving some economies into recession and causing energy shortages, according to forecasts from the Organisation for Economic…
TL;DR: Policy forum lays out ‘prolonged disruption’ scenario in which world’s GDP falls to 2.1% this year from 3.4% in 2025 Rural UK ‘particularly at risk’ of diesel shortages If the Middle East conflict drags on into next year it would hit global growth hard, driving some economies into recession and causing energy shortages, according to forecasts from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
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The risk manager who revived Deutsche Bank

The European bank has finally learned that it doesn’t need the US to reach success

TL;DR: The European bank has finally learned that it doesn’t need the US to reach success
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Andrew Left’s fraud conviction leaves Wall Street asking: what are the rules?

Guilty verdict for famed short seller raises questions on line between public commentary and illegal trading

More: Andrew Left’s fraud conviction leaves Wall Street asking: what are the rules?. Guilty verdict for famed short seller raises questions on line between public commentary and illegal trading
TL;DR: Guilty verdict for famed short seller raises questions on line between public commentary and illegal trading
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Kazakh billionaire under SEC scrutiny seeks to build European digital bank

Application from Freedom Holdings for French banking licence comes as US watchdog examines enforcement action

More: Kazakh billionaire under SEC scrutiny seeks to build European digital bank. Application from Freedom Holdings for French banking licence comes as US watchdog examines enforcement action
TL;DR: Application from Freedom Holdings for French banking licence comes as US watchdog examines enforcement action
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Trading firms generated $114bn in revenue last year

Companies such as Jane Street and Citadel Securities continue to push into territory once dominated by banks

TL;DR: Companies such as Jane Street and Citadel Securities continue to push into territory once dominated by banks
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The 6% solution is gone: How overcrowded AI-powered trading has erased investors’ advantage

So many AI-driven stock picks, so little profit.

More: The 6% solution is gone: How overcrowded AI-powered trading has erased investors’ advantage. So many AI-driven stock picks, so little profit.
TL;DR: So many AI-driven stock picks, so little profit.
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Three quarters of workers not on track for 'moderate' pension income, report suggests

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TL;DR: A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.
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GameStop wants to buy back $2 billion of its own stock after an eBay-fueled selloff

The videogame retailer also said that collectibles helped drive a 14% sales gain in the first quarter.

More: GameStop wants to buy back $2 billion of its own stock after an eBay-fueled selloff. The videogame retailer also said that collectibles helped drive a 14% sales gain in the first quarter.
TL;DR: The videogame retailer also said that collectibles helped drive a 14% sales gain in the first quarter.
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Palo Alto Networks’ stock is rising as earnings show AI is a friend, not a foe

The “latest advancements at the AI frontier have increased the level of urgency around cybersecurity,” Palo Alto Networks’ CEO said.

More: Palo Alto Networks’ stock is rising as earnings show AI is a friend, not a foe. The “latest advancements at the AI frontier have increased the level of urgency around cybersecurity,” Palo Alto Networks’ CEO said.
TL;DR: The “latest advancements at the AI frontier have increased the level of urgency around cybersecurity,” Palo Alto Networks’ CEO said.
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Here’s how investors can protect their portfolios from the next stock-market crash

It might not be today, it might not be tomorrow, but at some point, this bull market is going to end.

More: Here’s how investors can protect their portfolios from the next stock-market crash. It might not be today, it might not be tomorrow, but at some point, this bull market is going to end.
TL;DR: It might not be today, it might not be tomorrow, but at some point, this bull market is going to end.
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Chinese investors fear missing out on SpaceX IPO after crackdown

Beijing warns brokers about overseas share sales amid fears of capital flight

More: Chinese investors fear missing out on SpaceX IPO after crackdown. Beijing warns brokers about overseas share sales amid fears of capital flight
TL;DR: Beijing warns brokers about overseas share sales amid fears of capital flight
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Cliffwater flagship private credit fund hit with 17% redemption requests

Fund with net assets of $31bn aimed at retail investors limits withdrawals in latest sign of exodus from sector

TL;DR: Fund with net assets of $31bn aimed at retail investors limits withdrawals in latest sign of exodus from sector
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Beyond the ‘brazen theft’ of news: The entire $12 trillion creative economy may now be at risk from AI

AI firms heavily use news and other creative content to provide answers — but New York Times Publisher A.G. Sulzberger says their resistance to pay for it amounts to a repackaging of “stolen goods.”

More: Beyond the ‘brazen theft’ of news: The entire $12 trillion creative economy may now be at risk from AI. AI firms heavily use news and other creative content to provide answers — but New York Times Publisher A.G. Sulzberger says their resistance to pay for it amounts to a repackaging of “stolen goods.”
TL;DR: AI firms heavily use news and other creative content to provide answers — but New York Times Publisher A.G.
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S&P 500 climbing for 9th straight day — but breadth sends a rare warning

The S&P 500’s latest string of records has come with a catch: Fewer stocks are participating in the rally.

TL;DR: The S&P 500’s latest string of records has come with a catch: Fewer stocks are participating in the rally.
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Trump signs an executive order on AI after it’s scaled back. Critics say it’s almost meaningless.

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order on artificial intelligence that aims to set up a framework for AI companies to voluntarily inform the federal government about new models 30 days before their release.

TL;DR: President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order on artificial intelligence that aims to set up a framework for AI companies to voluntarily inform the federal government about new models 30 days before their release.
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Check your rent bill: You could be paying a monthly fee for a service you didn’t know you signed up for

A property-management technology company is charging people for a credit-repair service without their knowledge, a new class-action complaint alleges.

More: Check your rent bill: You could be paying a monthly fee for a service you didn’t know you signed up for. A property-management technology company is charging people for a credit-repair service without their knowledge, a new class-action complaint alleges.
TL;DR: A property-management technology company is charging people for a credit-repair service without their knowledge, a new class-action complaint alleges.
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How AI Could Improve Economic Policymaking

With so much data at its fingertips, artificial intelligence will allow more-informed interest-rate decisions and better economic modeling.

TL;DR: With so much data at its fingertips, artificial intelligence will allow more-informed interest-rate decisions and better economic modeling.
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Why Virgin Galactic’s stock is having its worst day ever, after a record-smashing 7-day run

The space-tourism company made a move to pay off some debt, but investors aren’t happy that it will issue new shares to do so.

More: Why Virgin Galactic’s stock is having its worst day ever, after a record-smashing 7-day run. The space-tourism company made a move to pay off some debt, but investors aren’t happy that it will issue new shares to do so.
TL;DR: The space-tourism company made a move to pay off some debt, but investors aren’t happy that it will issue new shares to do so.
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The S&P 500 has only risen this quickly 4 times since WWII. Once, a historic stock-market crash followed.

The S&P 500 has rapidly climbed at an historic pace seen on these four occasions since WWII, according to Deutsche Bank Research.

TL;DR: The S&P 500 has rapidly climbed at an historic pace seen on these four occasions since WWII, according to Deutsche Bank Research.
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The Iran war is jacking up fertilizer prices and forcing farmers to make tough calls. ‘If I guess wrong, I lose the farm.’

One of the biggest challenges Preston Arrington faces on his 2,100-acre corn and soybean farm is the surge in the price of fertilizer.

More: The Iran war is jacking up fertilizer prices and forcing farmers to make tough calls. ‘If I guess wrong, I lose the farm.’. One of the biggest challenges Preston Arrington faces on his 2,100-acre corn and soybean farm is the surge in the price of fertilizer.
TL;DR: One of the biggest challenges Preston Arrington faces on his 2,100-acre corn and soybean farm is the surge in the price of fertilizer.
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What Blair gets wrong about the economy – it is fired by people, not business | Letters

Readers respond to Jonathan Freedland’s article about Tony Blair’s vision for the future Jonathan Freedland says Tony Blair “would say you can only address [poverty and inequality] once the economy is firing. Maybe” ( Tony Blair says he is all about the future – but his vision is woefully stuck in the past, 29 May ). In fact poverty and inequality are the reasons the economy is misfiring. In the big economic crashes of history, gross inequality has been present. After 47 years, you would think that the obsession with supply-side economics might have been rumbled, but no: acres of newsprint are expended on the idea that incentivised businessmen alone can reboot the economy. There can be no animal spirits if there is no market to buy the goods. And things like people having to spend as much as 40% of their weekly salary on rent explains why there is no market, at least not without people having to get into dangerous and silly amounts of debt. Continue reading...

More: What Blair gets wrong about the economy – it is fired by people, not business | Letters. Maybe” ( Tony Blair says he is all about the future – but his vision is woefully stuck in the past, 29 May ).
TL;DR: Readers respond to Jonathan Freedland’s article about Tony Blair’s vision for the future Jonathan Freedland says Tony Blair “would say you can only address [poverty and inequality] once the economy is firing.
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Most activist investors are not really activist investors

Then £59 per month. Complete digital access to quality FT journalism on any device. Cancel or change your plan anytime during your trial.

More: Most activist investors are not really activist investors. Pay a year upfront and save 20% Complete digital access to quality FT journalism with expert analysis from industry leaders. Pay a year upfront and save 20%.
TL;DR: Complete digital access to quality FT journalism on any device.
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Trump Signs AI Executive Order to Increase Government Oversight

The order is a slimmed-down version of the one Trump shelved last month and asks AI companies to give the administration access to powerful models 30 days before public release.

TL;DR: The order is a slimmed-down version of the one Trump shelved last month and asks AI companies to give the administration access to powerful models 30 days before public release.
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This winning high-yield bond strategy limits risk while seeking under-the-radar opportunities

Hunter Hayes of Intrepid Capital described an “incredibly healthy” market for high-yield bonds and a conservative approach to investing in the space.

TL;DR: Hunter Hayes of Intrepid Capital described an “incredibly healthy” market for high-yield bonds and a conservative approach to investing in the space.
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I was a slave to credit-card debt, then I got laid off and turned my life around. Here’s how I did it.

“I have steadily increased my assets by more than 10% since being laid off.”

More: I was a slave to credit-card debt, then I got laid off and turned my life around. Here’s how I did it.. “I have steadily increased my assets by more than 10% since being laid off.”
TL;DR: “I have steadily increased my assets by more than 10% since being laid off.”
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Google Is Daring Rivals To Keep Up in AI Spending Race

Plus, Anthropic gets the IPO ball rolling and Nvidia makes a play for the PC market.

More: Google Is Daring Rivals To Keep Up in AI Spending Race. Plus, Anthropic gets the IPO ball rolling and Nvidia makes a play for the PC market.
TL;DR: Plus, Anthropic gets the IPO ball rolling and Nvidia makes a play for the PC market.
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Coinbase Founder’s Longevity Startup Triples in Value

Now worth $3.1 billion, NewLimit plans to test its RNA therapy in alcohol-related liver-disease patients next year.

TL;DR: Now worth $3.1 billion, NewLimit plans to test its RNA therapy in alcohol-related liver-disease patients next year.
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Alphabet’s relentless AI spending is giving new shine to Broadcom’s stock

The company’s “aggressive” cadence and performance improvements for its switching chips will also keep it ahead of competitors, an analyst said.

TL;DR: The company’s “aggressive” cadence and performance improvements for its switching chips will also keep it ahead of competitors, an analyst said.
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Trump taps Pulte for a top intelligence job. This makes an IPO for Fannie and Freddie look even more unlikely.

Shares in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac tumbled Tuesday as traders reacted to President Donald Trump’s announcement that Bill Pulte, the chair of the two government-backed mortgage giants, would serve as acting director for national intelligence.

TL;DR: Shares in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac tumbled Tuesday as traders reacted to President Donald Trump’s announcement that Bill Pulte, the chair of the two government-backed mortgage giants, would serve as acting director for national intelligence.
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Wise money laundering probe hits at fintech’s fundamental flaw

Investigation comes at a particularly bad time given its recent transatlantic stock market move

More: Wise money laundering probe hits at fintech’s fundamental flaw. Investigation comes at a particularly bad time given its recent transatlantic stock market move
TL;DR: Investigation comes at a particularly bad time given its recent transatlantic stock market move
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NYC bar uses prediction markets to hedge against a new financial risk: A Knicks victory.

Wall Street investors use financial derivatives to hedge against shifts in interest rates and exchange rates. Farmers use them to lock in the price of their crops. Now, one New York City bar is using Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated prediction-markets platform, to hedge against another kind of risk.

More: NYC bar uses prediction markets to hedge against a new financial risk: A Knicks victory.. Farmers use them to lock in the price of their crops. Now, one New York City bar is using Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated prediction-markets platform, to hedge against another kind of risk.
TL;DR: Wall Street investors use financial derivatives to hedge against shifts in interest rates and exchange rates.
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This space stock is rising as Blue Origin predicts quick recovery from big explosion

Blue Origin says it should be able to launch its New Glenn rocket before the end of 2026, which could help AST SpaceMobile.

TL;DR: Blue Origin says it should be able to launch its New Glenn rocket before the end of 2026, which could help AST SpaceMobile.
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Job openings and hiring leap to a 2-year high in a sign a frozen labor market is thawing out

The number of U.S. job openings jumped to a two-year high of 7.6 million in April, a surprising increase that suggest businesses might be ready to hire more people after big slowdown in job creation last year.

TL;DR: job openings jumped to a two-year high of 7.6 million in April, a surprising increase that suggest businesses might be ready to hire more people after big slowdown in job creation last year.
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Many Americans now need $20,000 in an emergency savings fund. Yes, really.

The old rules of thumb are broken — here is why a three-month cash buffer is ‘almost dangerous’

More: Many Americans now need $20,000 in an emergency savings fund. Yes, really.. The old rules of thumb are broken — here is why a three-month cash buffer is ‘almost dangerous’
TL;DR: The old rules of thumb are broken — here is why a three-month cash buffer is ‘almost dangerous’
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Americans are using buy-now-pay-later for gas and groceries, showing just how expensive daily necessities are now

With gas prices up more than $1 a gallon from last year’s average, Americans are turning to buy-now-pay-later at the pump.

TL;DR: With gas prices up more than $1 a gallon from last year’s average, Americans are turning to buy-now-pay-later at the pump.
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Will the AI economy create a permanent underclass?

From India and Africa to Europe, countries not yet in the AI supply chain risk mass job losses, losing the tax revenue needed to deal with the tech’s fallout Business live – AI to drive up UK youth unemployment The San Francisco Bay Area is in the midst of an AI frenzy that makes the California gold rush of the mid-19th century look like a scavenger hunt. Top programmers and developers are being offered compensation packages worth hundreds of millions of dollars to switch firms, while young engineers lucky enough to have joined leading AI startups early are contemplating retirement before age 35. Driving up the Bayshore Freeway from San Francisco International airport into the city, you pass hyper-specific billboards advertising obscure AI applications seemingly aimed at absurdly niche audiences. How can that possibly be profitable? The answer is that in a city crawling with startups, getting the right software product in front of a founder whose company could soon be worth billions of dollars is far more lucrative than using billboard space to sell burgers or laundry detergent. Continue reading...

More: Will the AI economy create a permanent underclass?. Driving up the Bayshore Freeway from San Francisco International airport into the city, you pass hyper-specific billboards advertising obscure AI applications seemingly aimed at absurdly niche audiences.
TL;DR: From India and Africa to Europe, countries not yet in the AI supply chain risk mass job losses, losing the tax revenue needed to deal with the tech’s fallout Business live – AI to drive up UK youth unemployment The San Francisco Bay Area is in the midst of an AI frenzy that makes the California gold rush of the mid-19th century look like a scavenger hunt.
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Oil prices drop after Trump tries to reassure traders that peace deal is coming

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front-month contracts both edged lower after hitting monthly highs during Monday’s session.

More: Oil prices drop after Trump tries to reassure traders that peace deal is coming. West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front-month contracts both edged lower after hitting monthly highs during Monday’s session.
TL;DR: West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front-month contracts both edged lower after hitting monthly highs during Monday’s session.
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Why the most important company to enable AI isn’t Nvidia, according to this fund manager

Portfolio manager Jonathan Cofsky talks about where to find the winners in the AI landscape and one company that is beating all comers.

TL;DR: Portfolio manager Jonathan Cofsky talks about where to find the winners in the AI landscape and one company that is beating all comers.
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China’s Chip Ambitions Run Into a Global Tech Wall

Plus, Huawei will likely trail rivals by six to eight years by 2031 despite its innovations.

More: China’s Chip Ambitions Run Into a Global Tech Wall. Plus, Huawei will likely trail rivals by six to eight years by 2031 despite its innovations.
TL;DR: Plus, Huawei will likely trail rivals by six to eight years by 2031 despite its innovations.
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Top CEOs brace for downturn, warn US economy will worsen in next 6 months

CEO confidence plummeted from a reading of 59 to 47 in just one quarter, as corporate leaders report worsening economic conditions and shrinking hiring plans.

TL;DR: CEO confidence plummeted from a reading of 59 to 47 in just one quarter, as corporate leaders report worsening economic conditions and shrinking hiring plans.
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My sister, mother and I are giving my son $20,000 toward a down payment. Do we report it to the IRS?

“I’m confident that I will never exceed the lifetime gift-tax exemption.”

More: My sister, mother and I are giving my son $20,000 toward a down payment. Do we report it to the IRS?. “I’m confident that I will never exceed the lifetime gift-tax exemption.”
TL;DR: “I’m confident that I will never exceed the lifetime gift-tax exemption.”
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Gold is an awkward asset for central banks to hold. It’s now moved ahead of U.S. debt anyway.

The debt of the world’s biggest economy is no longer the primary reserve asset for central banks worldwide.

More: Gold is an awkward asset for central banks to hold. It’s now moved ahead of U.S. The debt of the world’s biggest economy is no longer the primary reserve asset for central banks worldwide.
TL;DR: The debt of the world’s biggest economy is no longer the primary reserve asset for central banks worldwide.
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Nvidia’s Huang said Marvell could join the trillion-dollar club — and the stock immediately surges

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called the semiconductor company “so essential” to the development of artificial intelligence.

More: Nvidia’s Huang said Marvell could join the trillion-dollar club — and the stock immediately surges. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called the semiconductor company “so essential” to the development of artificial intelligence.
TL;DR: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called the semiconductor company “so essential” to the development of artificial intelligence.
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Why ‘Nvidia Inside’ Can Work in the PC Market

The world’s only $5 trillion company can sell the concept that AI computing won’t be confined to data centers.

TL;DR: The world’s only $5 trillion company can sell the concept that AI computing won’t be confined to data centers.
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Turncoat AI Agents Emerge as the New Inside Hackers

The race to automate an ever wider range of workplace tasks is creating an army of inside would-be hackers, with cybercriminals hijacking companies’ internal AI agents to steal sensitive business data.

TL;DR: The race to automate an ever wider range of workplace tasks is creating an army of inside would-be hackers, with cybercriminals hijacking companies’ internal AI agents to steal sensitive business data.
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Musician Charlie Puth sells unique Studio City mansion for $2.1 million amid world tour

Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth has sold an ultramodern “sculptural” residence in Studio City for $2.1 million—less than a year after putting the architectural marvel on the market.

TL;DR: Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth has sold an ultramodern “sculptural” residence in Studio City for $2.1 million—less than a year after putting the architectural marvel on the market.
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Canada’s Maple revolutionaries in pensions feel the strain

Lacklustre private equity returns weigh on recent performance of a sector leader and others

More: Canada’s Maple revolutionaries in pensions feel the strain. Lacklustre private equity returns weigh on recent performance of a sector leader and others
TL;DR: Lacklustre private equity returns weigh on recent performance of a sector leader and others
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Japan’s newly crowned top company gets a downgrade on AI ‘mania’ concerns

Deutsche Bank analyst downgraded SoftBank to hold.

More: Japan’s newly crowned top company gets a downgrade on AI ‘mania’ concerns. Deutsche Bank analyst downgraded SoftBank to hold.
TL;DR: Deutsche Bank analyst downgraded SoftBank to hold.
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British Land picks Canadian pension fund executive as next boss

Joanne McNamara will become one of a select group of women running FTSE 100 groups

More: British Land picks Canadian pension fund executive as next boss. Joanne McNamara will become one of a select group of women running FTSE 100 groups
TL;DR: Joanne McNamara will become one of a select group of women running FTSE 100 groups
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Alphabet to raise $80bn from share sales to fund AI spending splurge – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Anthropic confidentially files for initial public offering on US stock market Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy. The economics of the AI boom are back in focus today, after Google’s parent company Alphabet said it plans to raise up to $80bn in equity to fund its vast AI infrastructure investments. AI is driving an expansionary moment for Alphabet. The company is experiencing strong demand for its AI solutions and services from enterprises and consumers, at levels that are exceeding the company’s available supply. By scaling its investments, the company seeks to expand its foundational infrastructure to support the significant growth opportunity ahead. “Funding of the AI capex boom is becoming an increasingly key topic for markets.” 9.30am BST: Bank of England mortgage approvals and consumer credit data 9.45am BST: Treasury Committee session on student loans 10am BST: Eurozone inflation report for May 3pm BST: US JOLTS vacancies report 3pm BST: Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey: Oral evidence to the Lords Economic Affairs Committee Continue reading...

More: Alphabet to raise $80bn from share sales to fund AI spending splurge – business live. The economics of the AI boom are back in focus today, after Google’s parent company Alphabet said it plans to raise up to $80bn in equity to fund its vast AI infrastructure investments. AI is driving an expansionary moment for Alphabet.
TL;DR: Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Anthropic confidentially files for initial public offering on US stock market Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy.
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Orbán’s oligarchs on edge as Hungary poised to launch wealth tax

New PM Péter Magyar calls policy a sign of ‘social justice’ after years of political loyalty being rewarded with economic opportunity In a dimly lit television studio, one of Hungary’s richest men is on the verge of tears. It is early May, weeks after the general election that ended Viktor Orbán’s 16-year grip on power, and the advertising mogul Balásy Gyula has an announcement to make. Gyula tells the interviewer that he has just surrendered his businesses to the state, along with a chunk of his private savings. He has even brought along a notarised deed – a legal document setting out the change of ownership. Continue reading...

More: Orbán’s oligarchs on edge as Hungary poised to launch wealth tax. It is early May, weeks after the general election that ended Viktor Orbán’s 16-year grip on power, and the advertising mogul Balásy Gyula has an announcement to make. Gyula tells the interviewer that he has just surrendered his businesses to the state, along with a chunk of his private savings.
TL;DR: New PM Péter Magyar calls policy a sign of ‘social justice’ after years of political loyalty being rewarded with economic opportunity In a dimly lit television studio, one of Hungary’s richest men is on the verge of tears.
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Despite what the UK right will tell you, appeasing bond markets has actually led to instability | Andy Beckett

Austerity has benefitted bond traders but impoverished British society and led to the rise of populism. Is it right that we carry on adhering to their interests? Should politics always be dominated by economics? Should questions about how governments and voters pay for things – whether by earnings, taxes or borrowing – be settled before we consider the wider consequences? In an anxious capitalist democracy such as Britain, with a modern history of patchy economic success and intermittent but recurring crises over public debt, the answer may seem obvious: governments and voters always need to behave in ways that fit with the market forces that shape our economy. Andy Beckett is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...

More: Despite what the UK right will tell you, appeasing bond markets has actually led to instability | Andy Beckett. Should questions about how governments and voters pay for things – whether by earnings, taxes or borrowing – be settled before we consider the wider consequences? Andy Beckett is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...
TL;DR: Austerity has benefitted bond traders but impoverished British society and led to the rise of populism.
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EasyJet’s summer sale reaches Wall Street

Europe’s famed budget airline has become a potential takeover target as war in Iran hits industry

TL;DR: Europe’s famed budget airline has become a potential takeover target as war in Iran hits industry
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Castlelake: the private credit lender taking a run at easyJet

The $37bn investment manager is little known in the UK, but that could change if it bids on the British budget carrier

TL;DR: The $37bn investment manager is little known in the UK, but that could change if it bids on the British budget carrier
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London Tube strikes go ahead after talks fail

Members of the RMT union are on strike on Tuesday in a row over working hours, with further action planned for Thursday.

TL;DR: Members of the RMT union are on strike on Tuesday in a row over working hours, with further action planned for Thursday.
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China’s housing market could have further to fall

To make real estate attractive for investors, prices must go lower

More: China’s housing market could have further to fall. To make real estate attractive for investors, prices must go lower
TL;DR: To make real estate attractive for investors, prices must go lower
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Google Seeks $80 Billion for AI Buildout; Berkshire Will Buy $10 Billion Stake

The company says it will use the money to finance data-center expansion and secure computing capacity.

More: Google Seeks $80 Billion for AI Buildout; Berkshire Will Buy $10 Billion Stake. The company says it will use the money to finance data-center expansion and secure computing capacity.
TL;DR: The company says it will use the money to finance data-center expansion and secure computing capacity.
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Aspiration Partners’ co-founder Joe Sanberg gets 14-year fraud sentence

Case has thrown spotlight on dealings with Wall Street and Hollywood elites including billionaire Steve Ballmer

More: Aspiration Partners’ co-founder Joe Sanberg gets 14-year fraud sentence. Case has thrown spotlight on dealings with Wall Street and Hollywood elites including billionaire Steve Ballmer
TL;DR: Case has thrown spotlight on dealings with Wall Street and Hollywood elites including billionaire Steve Ballmer
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As Micron’s stock blows past $1,000, Wall Street sees more gains in store

Micron stands to benefit from a favorable pricing environment, low competition — and now a new Nvidia chip, analysts say.

More: As Micron’s stock blows past $1,000, Wall Street sees more gains in store. Micron stands to benefit from a favorable pricing environment, low competition — and now a new Nvidia chip, analysts say.
TL;DR: Micron stands to benefit from a favorable pricing environment, low competition — and now a new Nvidia chip, analysts say.
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Alphabet asks shareholders to foot an $80 billion bill for AI expansion

Berkshire Hathaway is buying Alphabet’s stock at a discount as part of a newly announced equity offering.

More: Alphabet asks shareholders to foot an $80 billion bill for AI expansion. Berkshire Hathaway is buying Alphabet’s stock at a discount as part of a newly announced equity offering.
TL;DR: Berkshire Hathaway is buying Alphabet’s stock at a discount as part of a newly announced equity offering.
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Trump Administration Signals ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund About-Face

Plus, Anthropic files to go public, and the new luxury amenity is longevity services.

More: Trump Administration Signals ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund About-Face. Plus, Anthropic files to go public, and the new luxury amenity is longevity services.
TL;DR: Plus, Anthropic files to go public, and the new luxury amenity is longevity services.
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Investors are piling into bullish options bets — another sign that the stock market is getting overheated

Investors’ aggressive buying of bullish call options has become yet another indication of just how frothy the U.S. equity market is becoming.

More: Investors are piling into bullish options bets — another sign that the stock market is getting overheated. Investors’ aggressive buying of bullish call options has become yet another indication of just how frothy the U.S. equity market is becoming.
TL;DR: Investors’ aggressive buying of bullish call options has become yet another indication of just how frothy the U.S.
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The federal government plans to make it harder for you to sue your employer over alternative 401(k) investment options

The Department of Labor’s proposal suggests six factors employers should consider when offering alternative investments in workplace retirement plans.

More: The federal government plans to make it harder for you to sue your employer over alternative 401(k) investment options. The Department of Labor’s proposal suggests six factors employers should consider when offering alternative investments in workplace retirement plans.
TL;DR: The Department of Labor’s proposal suggests six factors employers should consider when offering alternative investments in workplace retirement plans.
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Trump backs down on his ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. Funding for immigration enforcement should now get the Senate’s OK.

Trump administration officials on Monday confirmed reports that they’re retreating on their controversial “anti-weaponization fund,” after a significant portion of the Republican-run Senate voiced objections and held off on passing a bill to provide money to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection agencies.

TL;DR: Trump administration officials on Monday confirmed reports that they’re retreating on their controversial “anti-weaponization fund,” after a significant portion of the Republican-run Senate voiced objections and held off on passing a bill to provide money to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection agencies.
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HPE’s stock soars toward record gain as earnings show a networking bonanza

The company saw 148% growth in networking revenue for the latest quarter.

More: HPE’s stock soars toward record gain as earnings show a networking bonanza. The company saw 148% growth in networking revenue for the latest quarter.
TL;DR: The company saw 148% growth in networking revenue for the latest quarter.
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Many big oil tankers remain stuck in Strait of Hormuz — and may not return once they escape

There’s doubt massive tankers, once the backbone of global crude flows, will be returning in quite the same numbers to the Middle East.

More: Many big oil tankers remain stuck in Strait of Hormuz — and may not return once they escape. There’s doubt massive tankers, once the backbone of global crude flows, will be returning in quite the same numbers to the Middle East.
TL;DR: There’s doubt massive tankers, once the backbone of global crude flows, will be returning in quite the same numbers to the Middle East.
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Full list of days and lines affected by this week's Tube strikes

A strike by London Underground workers will go ahead after talks failed to resolve a dispute.

More: Full list of days and lines affected by this week's Tube strikes. A strike by London Underground workers will go ahead after talks failed to resolve a dispute.
TL;DR: A strike by London Underground workers will go ahead after talks failed to resolve a dispute.
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Anthropic Files to Go Public in Blockbuster Year for IPOs

The filing could put the company behind Claude on a path to go public this fall, assuming it proceeds as planned.

TL;DR: The filing could put the company behind Claude on a path to go public this fall, assuming it proceeds as planned.
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Did Trump spark an IBM stock rally? It’s complicated.

IBM’s strong stock momentum Monday comes as the software sector continues its comeback.

TL;DR: IBM’s strong stock momentum Monday comes as the software sector continues its comeback.
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Wall Street keeps its AI stock-picking secrets — here’s what robo advisers actually do

AI financial advisers aren’t the brilliant investors you’d expect.

More: Wall Street keeps its AI stock-picking secrets — here’s what robo advisers actually do. AI financial advisers aren’t the brilliant investors you’d expect.
TL;DR: AI financial advisers aren’t the brilliant investors you’d expect.
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Can the stockmarket swallow Anthropic, SpaceX and OpenAI?

Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newslet…

More: Can the stockmarket swallow Anthropic, SpaceX and OpenAI?. On June 11th SpaceX reportedly hopes to raise $75bn from investors, by issuing shares that will begin trading on the Nasdaq exchange the next day. Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once
TL;DR: Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share Jun 1st 2026 | 6 min read T hey promise to be the biggest stockmarket debuts ever.
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Microsoft’s stock chart just flashed a bullish signal for a software comeback

Software stocks are shaking off AI jitters as Microsoft shares break above their 200-day moving average.

More: Microsoft’s stock chart just flashed a bullish signal for a software comeback. Software stocks are shaking off AI jitters as Microsoft shares break above their 200-day moving average.
TL;DR: Software stocks are shaking off AI jitters as Microsoft shares break above their 200-day moving average.
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Anthropic just set the stage for a blockbuster IPO — beating OpenAI to the punch

SpaceX is gearing up for its listing and OpenAI is expected to soon file confidentially for its own IPO.

More: Anthropic just set the stage for a blockbuster IPO — beating OpenAI to the punch. SpaceX is gearing up for its listing and OpenAI is expected to soon file confidentially for its own IPO.
TL;DR: SpaceX is gearing up for its listing and OpenAI is expected to soon file confidentially for its own IPO.
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Strategy’s stock drops after rare bitcoin sale tests ‘never sell’ narrative

Strategy’s stock slid Monday after the company disclosed a rare bitcoin sale, rattling investors who have long treated the company as a one-way bet on the cryptocurrency.

TL;DR: Strategy’s stock slid Monday after the company disclosed a rare bitcoin sale, rattling investors who have long treated the company as a one-way bet on the cryptocurrency.
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Oura CEO on the Health Data People Obsess Over Too Much

Watch Oura Chief Executive Tom Hale answer our questions about the company’s latest redesign, the future of health tracking and the rise of health anxiety.

TL;DR: Watch Oura Chief Executive Tom Hale answer our questions about the company’s latest redesign, the future of health tracking and the rise of health anxiety.
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Four Takeaways From the WSJ Investigation Into Bill Gates

The Epstein files are eroding efforts to burnish the billionaire philanthropist’s reputation.

More: Four Takeaways From the WSJ Investigation Into Bill Gates. The Epstein files are eroding efforts to burnish the billionaire philanthropist’s reputation.
TL;DR: The Epstein files are eroding efforts to burnish the billionaire philanthropist’s reputation.
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SpaceX says it will reserve 5% of its IPO shares for staff, friends and family

In a new filing, the company also clarified the nature of its multibillion-dollar deal with rival Anthropic.

More: SpaceX says it will reserve 5% of its IPO shares for staff, friends and family. In a new filing, the company also clarified the nature of its multibillion-dollar deal with rival Anthropic.
TL;DR: In a new filing, the company also clarified the nature of its multibillion-dollar deal with rival Anthropic.
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Ex-Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell sounds alarm over political interference

Powell says central bank has been facing ‘stress test’ under Trump, as supreme court weighs decision on Fed governor that president tried to fire Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Jerome Powell , the former chair of the Federal Reserve , has warned that a single act of political interference in monetary policy could permanently destroy public trust in the central bank. As Donald Trump’s administration continues to test the Fed’s longstanding independence, Powell said in a speech on Sunday night that the institution was in the midst of a “stress test”. Continue reading...

More: Ex-Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell sounds alarm over political interference. Powell says central bank has been facing ‘stress test’ under Trump, as supreme court weighs decision on Fed governor that president tried to fire Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Jerome Powell , the former chair of the Federal Reserve , has warned that a single act of political in…
TL;DR: As Donald Trump’s administration continues to test the Fed’s longstanding independence, Powell said in a speech on Sunday night that the institution was in the midst of a “stress test”.
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OpenAI Sued by Florida’s Attorney General Over AI Harms

Suit alleging ChatGPT is an unsafe product follows criminal investigation over its role in campus mass shooting.

TL;DR: Suit alleging ChatGPT is an unsafe product follows criminal investigation over its role in campus mass shooting.
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U.S. manufacturers extend best hot streak since 2022, so why aren’t business leaders happy?

American manufacturers grew in May for the fifth month in a row — the biggest winning streak in four years — but lingering anxiety about the Trump tariffs and a rise in inflation tied to the Iran war left business leaders anxious.

TL;DR: American manufacturers grew in May for the fifth month in a row — the biggest winning streak in four years — but lingering anxiety about the Trump tariffs and a rise in inflation tied to the Iran war left business leaders anxious.
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An experimental lung-cancer drug could replace Keytruda one day. But investors aren’t wowed.

The highly anticipated study found that ivonescimab reduced the risk of death by 34% compared with another drug

More: An experimental lung-cancer drug could replace Keytruda one day. But investors aren’t wowed.. The highly anticipated study found that ivonescimab reduced the risk of death by 34% compared with another drug
TL;DR: The highly anticipated study found that ivonescimab reduced the risk of death by 34% compared with another drug
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Big Tech hates California’s billionaire tax — but loves taxpayers’ money

Author of ‘Cyberselfish’ points out that Silicon Valley was built on government dollars — and now its elite want to pull up the ladder

TL;DR: Author of ‘Cyberselfish’ points out that Silicon Valley was built on government dollars — and now its elite want to pull up the ladder
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Oil prices rise after fresh wave of attacks between U.S. and Iran

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front month contracts both climbed a as hopes for a peace deal became clouded again.

TL;DR: West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude’s front month contracts both climbed a as hopes for a peace deal became clouded again.
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Arm’s stock may be the biggest beneficiary of Nvidia’s new AI effort

Nvidia’s new RTX Spark PC chip uses Arm technology.

More: Arm’s stock may be the biggest beneficiary of Nvidia’s new AI effort. Nvidia’s new RTX Spark PC chip uses Arm technology.
TL;DR: Nvidia’s new RTX Spark PC chip uses Arm technology.
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A ‘volatility spasm’ is set to give the toughest test yet to the nine-week-old stock-market rally

A bunch of catalysts this month may cause tremors in the market, says SpotGamma

More: A ‘volatility spasm’ is set to give the toughest test yet to the nine-week-old stock-market rally. A bunch of catalysts this month may cause tremors in the market, says SpotGamma
TL;DR: A bunch of catalysts this month may cause tremors in the market, says SpotGamma
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Oil and gas prices rise as US and Iran trade strikes; UK house prices fall – business live

British house prices fell 0.6% in May, leaving them 1.7% higher than a year earlier, Nationwide reports Eurozone factories were hit by the biggest jump in input costs in four years last month. The Iran war drove up the cost of raw materials and intermediate goods, according to the latest poll of purchasing managers at European manufacturers. Although euro area manufacturers reported an expansion for a fourth successive month in May, the sector is showing signs of struggling under the weight of rising prices and supply disruptions emanating from the war in the Middle East. “A key development in May was yet another surge in energy and raw material prices, causing the largest monthly jump in firms’ costs for four years. The incidence of supply chain delays has meanwhile risen to the highest since the pandemic supply squeeze of 2022, adding further upward pressure to prices. “Global turmoil is taking a toll on the property market. House prices fell between April and May and are up just 1.7% in a year. It’s a valuable reminder that property investments aren’t always safe as houses. “The Nationwide House Price Index only provides a partial picture of the market, but it’s particularly timely, because it looks at prices at the point of mortgage approvals – months ahead of the completion data we get from the Office for National Statistics. Continue reading...

More: Oil and gas prices rise as US and Iran trade strikes; UK house prices fall – business live. Although euro area manufacturers reported an expansion for a fourth successive month in May, the sector is showing signs of struggling under the weight of rising prices and supply disruptions emanating from the war in the Middle East.
TL;DR: British house prices fell 0.6% in May, leaving them 1.7% higher than a year earlier, Nationwide reports Eurozone factories were hit by the biggest jump in input costs in four years last month.
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Another dire problem for Social Security: Trustees may be calculating the birth rate wrong

Don’t expect a baby boom to save Social Security.

More: Another dire problem for Social Security: Trustees may be calculating the birth rate wrong. Don’t expect a baby boom to save Social Security.
TL;DR: Don’t expect a baby boom to save Social Security.
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Intel and AMD shares fall more than Nvidia rises on new PC superchip

Nvidia and Microsoft have announced the launch of PCs powered by the RTX Spark chip, which is built for artificial intelligence agents.

TL;DR: Nvidia and Microsoft have announced the launch of PCs powered by the RTX Spark chip, which is built for artificial intelligence agents.
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‘I am 71 and comfortable’: Should I sell $10,000 in stock to visit my grandkids in Thailand — or dip into my $50,000 savings?

“The trip is worth the expense, especially while I am still healthy enough to travel.”

More: ‘I am 71 and comfortable’: Should I sell $10,000 in stock to visit my grandkids in Thailand — or dip into my $50,000 savings?. “The trip is worth the expense, especially while I am still healthy enough to travel.”
TL;DR: “The trip is worth the expense, especially while I am still healthy enough to travel.”
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Why It Matters if OpenAI or Anthropic Wins the IPO Race

There is much to gain for the company that moves faster.

More: Why It Matters if OpenAI or Anthropic Wins the IPO Race. There is much to gain for the company that moves faster.
TL;DR: There is much to gain for the company that moves faster.
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Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen list $9.9 million Martha’s Vineyard property where they wed 31 years ago

Actors Mary Steenburgen and Ted Danson are selling one of the most significant homes in their property portfolio, where they hosted A-list guests, including Tom Hanks and President Bill Clinton.

TL;DR: Actors Mary Steenburgen and Ted Danson are selling one of the most significant homes in their property portfolio, where they hosted A-list guests, including Tom Hanks and President Bill Clinton.
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Dakota Johnson lists stunning midcentury modern ‘tree house’ in L.A. for $6 million

Actress Dakota Johnson is selling her West Hollywood home that she has lived in for the last 10 years—having purchased it with the money she made from starring in “Fifty Shades of Grey.”

TL;DR: Actress Dakota Johnson is selling her West Hollywood home that she has lived in for the last 10 years—having purchased it with the money she made from starring in “Fifty Shades of Grey.”
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Berkshire Hathaway finds a use for 2% of its $397 billion cash pile with home-builder deal

Berkshire Hathaway has finally cracked open its wallet. A little.

More: Berkshire Hathaway has finally cracked open its wallet. A little.
TL;DR: Berkshire Hathaway has finally cracked open its wallet.
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Why doctors stood up and cheered mid-presentation for a historic pancreatic cancer treatment

The announcement of a successful late-stage treatment that nearly doubles the survival for patients with deadly pancreatic cancer brought an audience of doctors and other global oncology professions to their feet on Sunday.

TL;DR: The announcement of a successful late-stage treatment that nearly doubles the survival for patients with deadly pancreatic cancer brought an audience of doctors and other global oncology professions to their feet on Sunday.
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UK house prices fall in May amid Iran turmoil

Higher mortgage rates blamed for Nationwide index’s first monthly decline this year

More: UK house prices fall in May amid Iran turmoil. Higher mortgage rates blamed for Nationwide index’s first monthly decline this year
TL;DR: Higher mortgage rates blamed for Nationwide index’s first monthly decline this year
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EasyJet shares jump after Castlelake considers takeover bid

Budget carrier says takeover approach would be ‘highly opportunistic’

More: EasyJet shares jump after Castlelake considers takeover bid. Budget carrier says takeover approach would be ‘highly opportunistic’
TL;DR: Budget carrier says takeover approach would be ‘highly opportunistic’
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Saikat Chakrabarti is a leftist running for Congress. So what’s in his nine-figure portfolio?

Avowed progressive rejects the Golden Age of Private Credit

More: Saikat Chakrabarti is a leftist running for Congress. So what’s in his nine-figure portfolio?. Avowed progressive rejects the Golden Age of Private Credit
TL;DR: Avowed progressive rejects the Golden Age of Private Credit
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Nvidia Introduces First PCs Designed for AI Agents

The chips giant will work with manufacturers including Dell, Lenovo and HP to make the laptops, designed to support agentic computing.

TL;DR: The chips giant will work with manufacturers including Dell, Lenovo and HP to make the laptops, designed to support agentic computing.
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US tax adviser Ryan strikes $400mn deal to take on Big Four in Europe

Texas-based group agrees to buy Svalner Atlas, which had been expected to attract bids from private equity firms

More: US tax adviser Ryan strikes $400mn deal to take on Big Four in Europe. Texas-based group agrees to buy Svalner Atlas, which had been expected to attract bids from private equity firms
TL;DR: Texas-based group agrees to buy Svalner Atlas, which had been expected to attract bids from private equity firms
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Global asset managers capture just 0.1% of Chinese market in 5 years

Foreign firms that launched their own businesses after Beijing relaxed ownership rules have attracted only $5bn

More: Global asset managers capture just 0.1% of Chinese market in 5 years. Foreign firms that launched their own businesses after Beijing relaxed ownership rules have attracted only $5bn
TL;DR: Foreign firms that launched their own businesses after Beijing relaxed ownership rules have attracted only $5bn
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Jerome Powell warns that politicizing Fed will erode its credibility

Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell on Sunday called the Federal Reserve’s independence “a priceless asset” that must be protected, in one of his first major speeches since stepping down from his post earlier this month.

TL;DR: Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell on Sunday called the Federal Reserve’s independence “a priceless asset” that must be protected, in one of his first major speeches since stepping down from his post earlier this month.
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The AI Trade Hits Overdrive, Powering Stocks to Historic Gains

The S&P 500 just posted one of its best two-month runs ever. That often means more good times ahead.

More: The AI Trade Hits Overdrive, Powering Stocks to Historic Gains. The S&P 500 just posted one of its best two-month runs ever. That often means more good times ahead.
TL;DR: The S&P 500 just posted one of its best two-month runs ever.
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‘There is zero transparency’: My friend’s sister controls their mother’s estate. How can we stop her from stealing?

“The sister claims she does not have to explain herself to anyone.”

More: ‘There is zero transparency’: My friend’s sister controls their mother’s estate. How can we stop her from stealing?. “The sister claims she does not have to explain herself to anyone.”
TL;DR: “The sister claims she does not have to explain herself to anyone.”
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Berkshire buys homebuilder Taylor Morrison for $8.5bn in Abel’s first big deal

First substantial acquisition under new CEO is bet on eventual recovery in property sector

More: Berkshire buys homebuilder Taylor Morrison for $8.5bn in Abel’s first big deal. First substantial acquisition under new CEO is bet on eventual recovery in property sector
TL;DR: First substantial acquisition under new CEO is bet on eventual recovery in property sector
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Oil rises, U.S. stock futures dip as Wall Street looks to extend its winning streak

U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, as Wall Street looks to stretch the market’s record-setting rally into June.

TL;DR: stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, as Wall Street looks to stretch the market’s record-setting rally into June.
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Opinion | AI Made My Expertise More Effective

I’m not a programmer but I created an application by asking the right questions and letting a chatbot code.

TL;DR: I’m not a programmer but I created an application by asking the right questions and letting a chatbot code.
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Opinion | We Should Starve Adversaries of AI Compute

China has already leveraged American chips for military training—all with an eye on defeating America on the battlefield.

TL;DR: China has already leveraged American chips for military training—all with an eye on defeating America on the battlefield.
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Ritz-Carlton Yacht lenders ease terms to keep luxury cruise line afloat

Owners of troubled travel group inject $275mn in return for creditors delaying payment dates and relaxing terms

More: Ritz-Carlton Yacht lenders ease terms to keep luxury cruise line afloat. Owners of troubled travel group inject $275mn in return for creditors delaying payment dates and relaxing terms
TL;DR: Owners of troubled travel group inject $275mn in return for creditors delaying payment dates and relaxing terms
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Here’s what’s worth streaming in June 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more

HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon,’ Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ and Apple’s ‘Cape Fear’ will try to compete with the World Cup

More: Here’s what’s worth streaming in June 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more. HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon,’ Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ and Apple’s ‘Cape Fear’ will try to compete with the World Cup
TL;DR: HBO’s ‘House of the Dragon,’ Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ and Apple’s ‘Cape Fear’ will try to compete with the World Cup
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It’s not just tech stocks: The broad-based strength of the market right now gives investors reason to stay the course

While tech is still leading the party, more parts of the market are starting to join in.

More: It’s not just tech stocks: The broad-based strength of the market right now gives investors reason to stay the course. While tech is still leading the party, more parts of the market are starting to join in.
TL;DR: While tech is still leading the party, more parts of the market are starting to join in.
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The Hedge Fund Veteran Trying to Make His Past Self Obsolete With AI

Former short seller Joe O’Donnell makes software for analysts that can perform tasks in hours that used to take him weeks.

More: The Hedge Fund Veteran Trying to Make His Past Self Obsolete With AI. Former short seller Joe O’Donnell makes software for analysts that can perform tasks in hours that used to take him weeks.
TL;DR: Former short seller Joe O’Donnell makes software for analysts that can perform tasks in hours that used to take him weeks.
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Opinion | The Hallucinatory AI Math

Demand forecasts have investors flying high, but beware the inevitable price drop.

TL;DR: Demand forecasts have investors flying high, but beware the inevitable price drop.
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Inflation Is Soaring, and the Federal Reserve Could Do Something It Hasn't Done Since 2023. Here's What It Means for Stocks. - Yahoo Finance

Inflation Is Soaring, and the Federal Reserve Could Do Something It Hasn't Done Since 2023. Here's What It Means for Stocks. Yahoo Finance

TL;DR: Inflation Is Soaring, and the Federal Reserve Could Do Something It Hasn't Done Since 2023.
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Here’s how Gap’s yoga-wear maker Athleta went from must-have to ‘generic’

Athleta’s expected recovery has been pushed out for three straight years, as an attempt to widen its appeal ended up “appealing to no one in particular.”

TL;DR: Athleta’s expected recovery has been pushed out for three straight years, as an attempt to widen its appeal ended up “appealing to no one in particular.”
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Disaster of Brexit is a warning against simple solutions to hard problems | Richard Partington

Alan Milburn says youth unemployment has no quick fixes – an idea with an important lesson for those thinking about how to rejoin the EU Mainstream politicians are rarely direct. It is part of the reason why their populist counterparts thrive: they say it like it is. No nonsense. Let’s get things done. But last week Alan Milburn had a frank rebuttal: “Everybody goes for the bloody easy solution, don’t they? You can’t just go for the easy solution, OK? There are no easy solutions, guys. None. They’re all hard.” Speaking at the launch of his review into Britain’s youth worklessness crisis , the former Labour cabinet minister was arguing that one tax U-turn could not fix a problem decades in the making. Continue reading...

More: Disaster of Brexit is a warning against simple solutions to hard problems | Richard Partington. You can’t just go for the easy solution, OK? There are no easy solutions, guys.
TL;DR: Alan Milburn says youth unemployment has no quick fixes – an idea with an important lesson for those thinking about how to rejoin the EU Mainstream politicians are rarely direct.
Read original at Theguardian
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The Messy Reality of Building an Empire in Space

Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk both faced challenges this past week in the race to make their sci-fi dreams a reality.

TL;DR: Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk both faced challenges this past week in the race to make their sci-fi dreams a reality.
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The High-Stakes Hunt for the Next Amazon in the AI Haystack

With AI winners and losers changing places so quickly, it isn’t just about where to invest, but also when.

TL;DR: With AI winners and losers changing places so quickly, it isn’t just about where to invest, but also when.
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Jes Staley to appear before Congress over ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Former Barclays boss agrees to in-person interview with US lawmakers over his relationship with paedophile

TL;DR: Former Barclays boss agrees to in-person interview with US lawmakers over his relationship with paedophile
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SoftBank to Plow $52 Billion Into French Data Centers

SoftBank is promising to spend at least $52 billion on building a network of massive data centers in France, helping advance Europe’s goal of tech independence with what would be the continent’s largest AI infrastructure project.

TL;DR: SoftBank is promising to spend at least $52 billion on building a network of massive data centers in France, helping advance Europe’s goal of tech independence with what would be the continent’s largest AI infrastructure project.
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As Big Tech’s power demand surges, data centers bring utilities a huge new profit center

The market hasn’t fully priced the next logical step for the AI buildout: Big Tech acquiring regulated utilities outright.

More: As Big Tech’s power demand surges, data centers bring utilities a huge new profit center. The market hasn’t fully priced the next logical step for the AI buildout: Big Tech acquiring regulated utilities outright.
TL;DR: The market hasn’t fully priced the next logical step for the AI buildout: Big Tech acquiring regulated utilities outright.
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China’s next export shock walks on two legs — and costs less than a used car

Beijing is funding humanoid robots to slash Chinese factory costs and build a competitive advantage.

More: China’s next export shock walks on two legs — and costs less than a used car. Beijing is funding humanoid robots to slash Chinese factory costs and build a competitive advantage.
TL;DR: Beijing is funding humanoid robots to slash Chinese factory costs and build a competitive advantage.
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Why double-digit earnings growth won’t stop the next bear market

Spiking S&P 500 profits often signal the final innings of a bull market. History says stocks are on thin ice.

More: Why double-digit earnings growth won’t stop the next bear market. Spiking S&P 500 profits often signal the final innings of a bull market. History says stocks are on thin ice.
TL;DR: Spiking S&P 500 profits often signal the final innings of a bull market.
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America is losing the AI productivity war to 3.5 million Chinese STEM graduates

Big Tech’s structural mistakes are costing stock investors and fueling a massive talent crisis.

More: America is losing the AI productivity war to 3.5 million Chinese STEM graduates. Big Tech’s structural mistakes are costing stock investors and fueling a massive talent crisis.
TL;DR: Big Tech’s structural mistakes are costing stock investors and fueling a massive talent crisis.
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This bear market signal Wall Street ignores is putting your money at risk right now

Veteran trader Steve Burns prepares for a 50% decline and exposes the 3 “deadly stock-market sins” destroying portfolios.

More: This bear market signal Wall Street ignores is putting your money at risk right now. Veteran trader Steve Burns prepares for a 50% decline and exposes the 3 “deadly stock-market sins” destroying portfolios.
TL;DR: Veteran trader Steve Burns prepares for a 50% decline and exposes the 3 “deadly stock-market sins” destroying portfolios.
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My husband took out a $100,000 Parent PLUS loan for his daughter. She dropped out, citing mental-health issues. Should we refinance?

“There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans.”

More: My husband took out a $100,000 Parent PLUS loan for his daughter. She dropped out, citing mental-health issues. “There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans.”
TL;DR: “There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans.”
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This mutual fund lets you buy SpaceX stock before the IPO — but what are you actually getting?

The hype surrounding SpaceX and the scale of its ambitions will surely drive short-term demand for shares in the IPO.

More: This mutual fund lets you buy SpaceX stock before the IPO — but what are you actually getting?. The hype surrounding SpaceX and the scale of its ambitions will surely drive short-term demand for shares in the IPO.
TL;DR: The hype surrounding SpaceX and the scale of its ambitions will surely drive short-term demand for shares in the IPO.
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‘I feel like I’m living a lie’: My husband and I pretend we’re strapped for cash in front of friends. Is that bad?

“I’ve found that acting ‘normal’ means others treat me like one of the group.”

More: ‘I feel like I’m living a lie’: My husband and I pretend we’re strapped for cash in front of friends. Is that bad?. “I’ve found that acting ‘normal’ means others treat me like one of the group.”
TL;DR: “I’ve found that acting ‘normal’ means others treat me like one of the group.”
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Investing in the Dow or S&P 500 doesn’t matter — here’s what actually does

Time in the stock market is more important than index selection — and the Dow’s 130-year history proves it.

More: Investing in the Dow or S&P 500 doesn’t matter — here’s what actually does. Time in the stock market is more important than index selection — and the Dow’s 130-year history proves it.
TL;DR: Time in the stock market is more important than index selection — and the Dow’s 130-year history proves it.
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The U.S.-China rivalry is killing global supply chains. Your portfolio needs a ‘home court advantage.’

Globalization is giving way to geopolitical power cartels and a structural shift toward domestic, state-subsidized industries.

More: The U.S.-China rivalry is killing global supply chains. Your portfolio needs a ‘home court advantage.’. Globalization is giving way to geopolitical power cartels and a structural shift toward domestic, state-subsidized industries.
TL;DR: Globalization is giving way to geopolitical power cartels and a structural shift toward domestic, state-subsidized industries.
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‘I want my life back’: drugs shortages lay bare economic impact of diamond crash in Botswana

Healthcare should be free but lack of essential supplies has led to patients being told to buy their own medicines In late 2023, Boitumelo Mosege fell sick. Her neck swelled up, her whole body itched and she fainted frequently. She was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and had to give up her work as a farmer on the outskirts of Molepolole, a town about 30 miles north-west of Botswana’s capital, Gaborone. In Botswana, public healthcare is supposed to be universal and free. However, Mosege said she had only sporadically received medication since becoming ill. The 53-year-old relies on her four children’s occasional piecework (where a worker is paid a fixed rate per task or unit produced), and her mother’s 1,400 pula (£77) monthly pension, to afford 2,000 pula-worth of medication every month. In early May, she said it was three months since she had last bought medicine. Continue reading...

More: ‘I want my life back’: drugs shortages lay bare economic impact of diamond crash in Botswana. She was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and had to give up her work as a farmer on the outskirts of Molepolole, a town about 30 miles north-west of Botswana’s capital, Gaborone. In Botswana, public healthcare is supposed to be universal and free.
TL;DR: Healthcare should be free but lack of essential supplies has led to patients being told to buy their own medicines In late 2023, Boitumelo Mosege fell sick.
Read original at Theguardian
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Wall Street’s red-hot momentum trade is still winning, as strategy delivers best 2-month gain on record

The S&P 500 Momentum Index is ripping higher as semiconductor stocks power the stock market upward.

More: Wall Street’s red-hot momentum trade is still winning, as strategy delivers best 2-month gain on record. The S&P 500 Momentum Index is ripping higher as semiconductor stocks power the stock market upward.
TL;DR: The S&P 500 Momentum Index is ripping higher as semiconductor stocks power the stock market upward.
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‘Lunch Shaming’ Has Made Kids Too Terrified to Eat at School

Snapping photos of students eating in the cafeteria is a new form of cyberbullying, leading to embarrassment and isolation.

More: ‘Lunch Shaming’ Has Made Kids Too Terrified to Eat at School. Snapping photos of students eating in the cafeteria is a new form of cyberbullying, leading to embarrassment and isolation.
TL;DR: Snapping photos of students eating in the cafeteria is a new form of cyberbullying, leading to embarrassment and isolation.
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I’m cutting my 401(k) contribution to 3% for one year to help with moving expenses. Is that risky?

“I’m in my early 30s so I have quite a bit of time to save for retirement.”

More: I’m cutting my 401(k) contribution to 3% for one year to help with moving expenses. Is that risky?. “I’m in my early 30s so I have quite a bit of time to save for retirement.”
TL;DR: “I’m in my early 30s so I have quite a bit of time to save for retirement.”
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What would cause the Fed to hike rates this year? The answer might surprise you.

Later this month, the Kevin Warsh-led central bank will start preparing a possible pivot to tighter policy.

More: What would cause the Fed to hike rates this year? The answer might surprise you.. Later this month, the Kevin Warsh-led central bank will start preparing a possible pivot to tighter policy.
TL;DR: Later this month, the Kevin Warsh-led central bank will start preparing a possible pivot to tighter policy.
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What would cause the Fed to hike rates this year? The answer might surprise you. - MarketWatch

What would cause the Fed to hike rates this year? The answer might surprise you. MarketWatch

TL;DR: What would cause the Fed to hike rates this year?
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‘I have no preexisting conditions’: I’m 56, earn $198,000 and want to retire early. Can I afford private healthcare?

“I’m trying to figure out whether it’s worth my while achieving FIRE.”

More: ‘I have no preexisting conditions’: I’m 56, earn $198,000 and want to retire early. Can I afford private healthcare?. “I’m trying to figure out whether it’s worth my while achieving FIRE.”
TL;DR: “I’m trying to figure out whether it’s worth my while achieving FIRE.”
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Inflation won Trump the presidency, but could cost him the midterms

Trump’s pursuit of policies that drive up prices, including tariffs and war, might be punished in November’s elections For such an uncannily successful politician, Donald Trump exhibits a perplexing political myopia. His most recent own-goal was endorsing Ken Paxton, a state attorney general, against four-term senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary for Senate in Texas. Trump’s endorsement helped push the ethically compromised Maga firebrand over the top, to run against popular Democrat James Talarico in November, complicating the Republicans’ chances to keep the seat. But what truly screams “I want us to lose the midterms” is what Trump is doing about inflation, which is becoming his most vulnerable issue. According to a New York Times/Siena poll of registered voters earlier in May, Trump’s approval on handling the cost of living is underwater by 42 percentage points, poorer than his rating on handling the economy (minus 31 points) and the unpopular war in Iran (minus 34 points). Continue reading...

More: Inflation won Trump the presidency, but could cost him the midterms. But what truly screams “I want us to lose the midterms” is what Trump is doing about inflation, which is becoming his most vulnerable issue.
TL;DR: Trump’s pursuit of policies that drive up prices, including tariffs and war, might be punished in November’s elections For such an uncannily successful politician, Donald Trump exhibits a perplexing political myopia.
Read original at Theguardian
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Crypto treasuries turn to risky equity in drive to raise cash

Companies that stock up on crypto assets are following Michael Saylor’s Strategy into so-called digital credit

TL;DR: Companies that stock up on crypto assets are following Michael Saylor’s Strategy into so-called digital credit
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Wealth tax fears reignited by UK leadership uncertainty

Contenders Streeting and Burnham have both hinted at tax reforms

More: Wealth tax fears reignited by UK leadership uncertainty. Contenders Streeting and Burnham have both hinted at tax reforms
TL;DR: Contenders Streeting and Burnham have both hinted at tax reforms
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Top UK building societies plot bids for digital bank Atom

Fintech’s owners hope the business will fetch about $600mn but industry executives say final offers could be lower

TL;DR: Fintech’s owners hope the business will fetch about $600mn but industry executives say final offers could be lower
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JPMorgan chases retail banking’s golden fleece

US bank’s international expansion is gaining some traction

More: JPMorgan chases retail banking’s golden fleece. US bank’s international expansion is gaining some traction
TL;DR: US bank’s international expansion is gaining some traction
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The Google Engineer Accused of Risking It All With an Insider Polymarket Bet

Michele Spagnuolo, the Google engineer accused of using company data to bet on Polymarket, had a long list of enviable accomplishments

TL;DR: Michele Spagnuolo, the Google engineer accused of using company data to bet on Polymarket, had a long list of enviable accomplishments
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Retirement contribution limits will rise in 2019

Good news retirement savers: The Internal Revenue Service announced cost of living increases to the contribution limits for retirement-related plans in 2019.

TL;DR: Good news retirement savers: The Internal Revenue Service announced cost of living increases to the contribution limits for retirement-related plans in 2019.
Read original at Money
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Robotaxis Are Spreading Across the U.S.—and So Is the Backlash

As autonomous taxi services scale beyond Silicon Valley, new problems abound for cities.

More: Robotaxis Are Spreading Across the U.S.—and So Is the Backlash. As autonomous taxi services scale beyond Silicon Valley, new problems abound for cities.
TL;DR: As autonomous taxi services scale beyond Silicon Valley, new problems abound for cities.
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A Famous Math Problem Stumped Humans for 80 Years. AI Just Cracked It.

The math world is losing its mind over the new solution to an Erdős problem. This is what AI found, how we missed it—and why it matters.

More: A Famous Math Problem Stumped Humans for 80 Years. The math world is losing its mind over the new solution to an Erdős problem. This is what AI found, how we missed it—and why it matters.
TL;DR: The math world is losing its mind over the new solution to an Erdős problem.
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The Billionaire Coding Genius Making the Tough Decisions at OpenAI

After years in the shadow of better-known co-founders, Greg Brockman is stepping into the spotlight. He and his wife Anna are also Silicon Valley super-donors.

More: The Billionaire Coding Genius Making the Tough Decisions at OpenAI. After years in the shadow of better-known co-founders, Greg Brockman is stepping into the spotlight. He and his wife Anna are also Silicon Valley super-donors.
TL;DR: After years in the shadow of better-known co-founders, Greg Brockman is stepping into the spotlight.
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A mystery man tried to buy Playboy’s high-end lingerie business. It turned out to all be a scam.

Prosecutors say Kevin Juin used money he raised to buy the company Honey Birdette to purchase luxury watches, jewelry, private-club memberships and OnlyFans subscriptions.

More: A mystery man tried to buy Playboy’s high-end lingerie business. It turned out to all be a scam.. Prosecutors say Kevin Juin used money he raised to buy the company Honey Birdette to purchase luxury watches, jewelry, private-club memberships and OnlyFans subscriptions.
TL;DR: Prosecutors say Kevin Juin used money he raised to buy the company Honey Birdette to purchase luxury watches, jewelry, private-club memberships and OnlyFans subscriptions.
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The First Class of AI Natives Is Graduating. Offices Are Getting Ready.

They face cuts to entry-level jobs. They’re also highly sought after for their AI skills.

More: The First Class of AI Natives Is Graduating. They face cuts to entry-level jobs. They’re also highly sought after for their AI skills.
TL;DR: They face cuts to entry-level jobs.
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Opinion | Newsom Wants a New AI New Deal

The California Governor is tilting toward an even larger entitlement state.

More: Opinion | Newsom Wants a New AI New Deal. The California Governor is tilting toward an even larger entitlement state.
TL;DR: The California Governor is tilting toward an even larger entitlement state.
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Here’s the real story behind the record drop in America’s oil reserves

Stocks in the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve are near their lowest in more than 40 years — but it may not matter

TL;DR: Stocks in the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve are near their lowest in more than 40 years — but it may not matter
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Canada in Technical Recession

Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur.

More: Canada in Technical Recession. Social Sharing Canada's economy contracted in the first quarter on an annualized basis by a slim margin, marking the second consecutive quarter of such decline — which some would call a technical recession.
TL;DR: However, on a quarterly basis, the first quarter GDP was unchanged against ​a decline in the fourth quarter of last year, closely ​escaping the definition of a technical recession on a quarter-on-quarter basis.
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One of the hottest crypto products in the world is finally coming to the U.S.

Kalshi and Coinbase have received permission from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to bring perpetual futures to U.S.-based investors.

TL;DR: Kalshi and Coinbase have received permission from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to bring perpetual futures to U.S.-based investors.
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Changes at CBS put pressure on California AG to challenge Paramount-Warner Bros. deal

With the DOJ expected to approve the $110 billion Hollywood megamerger, political concerns over turmoil at Paramount’s CBS may push Democratic AGs to act, experts say.

TL;DR: With the DOJ expected to approve the $110 billion Hollywood megamerger, political concerns over turmoil at Paramount’s CBS may push Democratic AGs to act, experts say.
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Universal Music declines takeover offer from Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square

Hedge fund billionaire argued moving record company’s listing from Amsterdam to New York would unlock value

TL;DR: Hedge fund billionaire argued moving record company’s listing from Amsterdam to New York would unlock value
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The ‘Three A’s’ are keeping the economy afloat during Iran war. Is it enough to avoid recession?

The U.S. economy may be more fragile than a raging bull market suggests.

More: The ‘Three A’s’ are keeping the economy afloat during Iran war. Is it enough to avoid recession?. economy may be more fragile than a raging bull market suggests.
TL;DR: economy may be more fragile than a raging bull market suggests.
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The company behind the White House’s UFC event says rivals ‘would kill’ for the opportunity. Critics say that’s a problem.

As work crews put up a temporary arena on the White House grounds for UFC event next month tied to America’s 250th anniversary, supporters and critics of the event are in agreement that its prime placement in front of an American icon is an unprecedented opportunity for a company.

TL;DR: As work crews put up a temporary arena on the White House grounds for UFC event next month tied to America’s 250th anniversary, supporters and critics of the event are in agreement that its prime placement in front of an American icon is an unprecedented opportunity for a company.
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What’s next for investors after the AI rally supercharged stocks in May?

Also: A way to invest in SpaceX before its IPO and advice from the Moneyist.

More: What’s next for investors after the AI rally supercharged stocks in May?. Also: A way to invest in SpaceX before its IPO and advice from the Moneyist.
TL;DR: Also: A way to invest in SpaceX before its IPO and advice from the Moneyist.
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Dell’s stunning 30% stock rally is giving a big boost to shares of other server makers

Dell’s blowout earnings report is highlighting how the AI buildout is also driving demand for old-school computing.

More: Dell’s stunning 30% stock rally is giving a big boost to shares of other server makers. Dell’s blowout earnings report is highlighting how the AI buildout is also driving demand for old-school computing.
TL;DR: Dell’s blowout earnings report is highlighting how the AI buildout is also driving demand for old-school computing.
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Citadel Securities posts record $4.3bn in trading revenues on Iran volatility

Market maker earns $1.9bn in first-quarter net income as oil prices and Treasury rates seesawed

More: Citadel Securities posts record $4.3bn in trading revenues on Iran volatility. Market maker earns $1.9bn in first-quarter net income as oil prices and Treasury rates seesawed
TL;DR: Market maker earns $1.9bn in first-quarter net income as oil prices and Treasury rates seesawed
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I pay $4,000 in rent. If I stay put, how long will it take me to afford a $750,000 home?

“You have to pay for movers, security deposits, and let’s not forget buying furniture for each apartment.”

More: I pay $4,000 in rent. If I stay put, how long will it take me to afford a $750,000 home?. “You have to pay for movers, security deposits, and let’s not forget buying furniture for each apartment.”
TL;DR: “You have to pay for movers, security deposits, and let’s not forget buying furniture for each apartment.”
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Oil prices tumble most since 2020 in May without hitting $200 a barrel. Here’s what’s next.

Global oil prices tumbled over 20% in May on hopes for the U.S.-Iran peace deal.

More: Oil prices tumble most since 2020 in May without hitting $200 a barrel. Here’s what’s next.. Global oil prices tumbled over 20% in May on hopes for the U.S.-Iran peace deal.
TL;DR: Global oil prices tumbled over 20% in May on hopes for the U.S.-Iran peace deal.
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These S&P 500 stocks have soared the most during the AI-driven May rally

Even stocks in the beleaguered software industry have been on fire.

More: These S&P 500 stocks have soared the most during the AI-driven May rally. Even stocks in the beleaguered software industry have been on fire.
TL;DR: Even stocks in the beleaguered software industry have been on fire.
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Directors’ Deals: Aviva chief Blanc adds to stake

Insurer’s share price has fallen by 8 per cent so far this year

More: Directors’ Deals: Aviva chief Blanc adds to stake. Insurer’s share price has fallen by 8 per cent so far this year
TL;DR: Insurer’s share price has fallen by 8 per cent so far this year
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The Church and AI Meet at Last. Who Should You Believe?

In an age of artificial intelligence, which voice of authority carries more weight? A priest who’s advised the Vatican weighs in.

More: The Church and AI Meet at Last. In an age of artificial intelligence, which voice of authority carries more weight? A priest who’s advised the Vatican weighs in.
TL;DR: In an age of artificial intelligence, which voice of authority carries more weight?
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ServiceNow’s stock soars toward historic month as AI fears fade across software

ServiceNow shares are up 40% this month, leading an industrywide relief rally among enterprise software companies.

More: ServiceNow’s stock soars toward historic month as AI fears fade across software. ServiceNow shares are up 40% this month, leading an industrywide relief rally among enterprise software companies.
TL;DR: ServiceNow shares are up 40% this month, leading an industrywide relief rally among enterprise software companies.
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Putin’s $26 Billion Longevity Push

Plus, why investors are betting on ‘physical AI’ and how China stuffed the Maextro S800 with gadgets.

TL;DR: Plus, why investors are betting on ‘physical AI’ and how China stuffed the Maextro S800 with gadgets.
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Even the Ronald Reagan Institute doesn’t believe the ‘waste, fraud and abuse’ baloney

This may be the single most important issue facing U.S. democracy today.

More: Even the Ronald Reagan Institute doesn’t believe the ‘waste, fraud and abuse’ baloney. This may be the single most important issue facing U.S. democracy today.
TL;DR: This may be the single most important issue facing U.S.
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Oil prices slide as Trump says the U.S. is close to an Iran deal

President Donald Trump said a “final determination” is coming on Iran.

More: Oil prices slide as Trump says the U.S. is close to an Iran deal. President Donald Trump said a “final determination” is coming on Iran.
TL;DR: President Donald Trump said a “final determination” is coming on Iran.
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Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO could quickly launch into your retirement plan

Index funds popular with retirement plans are poised to buy SpaceX’s stock rocket-fast.

More: Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO could quickly launch into your retirement plan. Index funds popular with retirement plans are poised to buy SpaceX’s stock rocket-fast.
TL;DR: Index funds popular with retirement plans are poised to buy SpaceX’s stock rocket-fast.
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Venture Capital Turns to Hardware Bets as AI Threatens Software Companies

Investors are betting big on infrastructure and “physical AI,” enticed by the prospect of new revenue opportunities.

More: Venture Capital Turns to Hardware Bets as AI Threatens Software Companies. Investors are betting big on infrastructure and “physical AI,” enticed by the prospect of new revenue opportunities.
TL;DR: Investors are betting big on infrastructure and “physical AI,” enticed by the prospect of new revenue opportunities.
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Gen Alpha is learning vastly different lessons about money, depending on whether their parents are millennials or Gen X

Gen Alpha kids raised by Gen X parents carry average savings balances that are 30% higher than their peers raised by millennials.

More: Gen Alpha is learning vastly different lessons about money, depending on whether their parents are millennials or Gen X. Gen Alpha kids raised by Gen X parents carry average savings balances that are 30% higher than their peers raised by millennials.
TL;DR: Gen Alpha kids raised by Gen X parents carry average savings balances that are 30% higher than their peers raised by millennials.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes on Launchpad

Jeff Bezos’ space company says all personnel are accounted for and safe. The New Glenn rocket was being prepared for a coming mission.

More: Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes on Launchpad. Jeff Bezos’ space company says all personnel are accounted for and safe. The New Glenn rocket was being prepared for a coming mission.
TL;DR: Jeff Bezos’ space company says all personnel are accounted for and safe.
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Bank of England’s Bailey says no rush to raise interest rates amid Iran war uncertainty

Inflation can be tolerated above 2% target for now ‘given context of softness in real economy’, governor says The Bank of England is in no rush to raise interest rates while the outcome of the Iran war remains uncertain and the UK’s growth rate stays weak, its governor, Andrew Bailey, has said. In a signal that borrowing costs will remain at 3.75% at least during the summer, Bailey said it was tolerable for inflation to stay above the Bank’s 2% target during the current crisis. However, that would change if a more permanent increase in prices began to take effect, he said. Continue reading...

More: Bank of England’s Bailey says no rush to raise interest rates amid Iran war uncertainty. In a signal that borrowing costs will remain at 3.75% at least during the summer, Bailey said it was tolerable for inflation to stay above the Bank’s 2% target during the current crisis. However, that would change if a more permanent increase in prices began to take effect, he said.
TL;DR: Inflation can be tolerated above 2% target for now ‘given context of softness in real economy’, governor says The Bank of England is in no rush to raise interest rates while the outcome of the Iran war remains uncertain and the UK’s growth rate stays weak, its governor, Andrew Bailey, has said.
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The number of 401(k) millionaires just fell — but workers hit record savings rates. What’s going on?

Fidelity’s first-quarter data shows 401(k) balances dipping — but it’s not all bad news.

More: The number of 401(k) millionaires just fell — but workers hit record savings rates. What’s going on?. Fidelity’s first-quarter data shows 401(k) balances dipping — but it’s not all bad news.
TL;DR: Fidelity’s first-quarter data shows 401(k) balances dipping — but it’s not all bad news.
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Have a date in mind to stop working? Why you likely won’t retire when you plan to.

Planning for the unexpected should be the most expected part of your retirement plan.

More: Have a date in mind to stop working? Why you likely won’t retire when you plan to.. Planning for the unexpected should be the most expected part of your retirement plan.
TL;DR: Planning for the unexpected should be the most expected part of your retirement plan.
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My friend, 62, earns $20,000 a year. Should she take Social Security now — and claim survivor’s benefit at 67?

“I calculated her break-even point to be around age 78.”

More: My friend, 62, earns $20,000 a year. Should she take Social Security now — and claim survivor’s benefit at 67?. “I calculated her break-even point to be around age 78.”
TL;DR: “I calculated her break-even point to be around age 78.”
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The death of Nascar driver Kyle Busch is renewing the debate around indexed universal life insurance

If you’re looking for a “sure thing” in a retirement plan, indexed universal life is probably not the answer.

TL;DR: If you’re looking for a “sure thing” in a retirement plan, indexed universal life is probably not the answer.
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‘Fairness is important to us’: We sold our family business to our son at a discount. How can we make this up to our other child?

“We did not seek or consider other offers. We engaged several professionals throughout the process.”

More: ‘Fairness is important to us’: We sold our family business to our son at a discount. “We did not seek or consider other offers. We engaged several professionals throughout the process.”
TL;DR: “We did not seek or consider other offers.
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Rise in Neets is a ‘retirement crisis in slow motion’, pension experts warn

Delayed pension contributions could leave higher earners with a savings shortfall of £300,000

More: Rise in Neets is a ‘retirement crisis in slow motion’, pension experts warn. Delayed pension contributions could leave higher earners with a savings shortfall of £300,000
TL;DR: Delayed pension contributions could leave higher earners with a savings shortfall of £300,000
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Space stocks are falling after a Blue Origin rocket explodes and SpaceX’s valuation gets a reality check

The red-hot space sector was feeling some heat on Friday, cooling from some of the spectacular gains seen in May.

More: Space stocks are falling after a Blue Origin rocket explodes and SpaceX’s valuation gets a reality check. The red-hot space sector was feeling some heat on Friday, cooling from some of the spectacular gains seen in May.
TL;DR: The red-hot space sector was feeling some heat on Friday, cooling from some of the spectacular gains seen in May.
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‘He threatened to cut the roots’: A tree fell onto my neighbor’s property during a storm. Then all hell broke loose.

“The neighbor estimates damage from the tree at approximately $6,000 or more.”

TL;DR: “The neighbor estimates damage from the tree at approximately $6,000 or more.”
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The latest Oura and Fitbit wearables are smarter and sleeker than ever — but do they keep you healthy?

Americans are sharing data from watches, bands and rings with AI platforms, ordering tests through the companies that sell these products, and paying hundreds of dollars in subscription fees.

TL;DR: Americans are sharing data from watches, bands and rings with AI platforms, ordering tests through the companies that sell these products, and paying hundreds of dollars in subscription fees.
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This strategist is using prediction-market shifts to calculate what happens when an Iran deal is announced

A Citadel strategist looked at prediction market changes during the Memorial Day long weekend to calculate market moves.

More: This strategist is using prediction-market shifts to calculate what happens when an Iran deal is announced. A Citadel strategist looked at prediction market changes during the Memorial Day long weekend to calculate market moves.
TL;DR: A Citadel strategist looked at prediction market changes during the Memorial Day long weekend to calculate market moves.
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Bank of America strategists see a different historical parallel for the AI rally — and it isn’t the dot-com boom

Bank of America strategists are negative on European equities as they weigh the boom-and-bust dynamics of the AI build-out

More: Bank of America strategists see a different historical parallel for the AI rally — and it isn’t the dot-com boom. Bank of America strategists are negative on European equities as they weigh the boom-and-bust dynamics of the AI build-out
TL;DR: Bank of America strategists are negative on European equities as they weigh the boom-and-bust dynamics of the AI build-out
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AI Has Made Memory Chips More Valuable Than Oil

Micron, Samsung and SK Hynix are cheap despite their $1 trillion valuations if long-term contracts stabilize the sector.

TL;DR: Micron, Samsung and SK Hynix are cheap despite their $1 trillion valuations if long-term contracts stabilize the sector.
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‘It is such a fine line’: I am a CFP and see nothing wrong with networking on the golf course. Am I wrong?

“I would love to develop working relationships with almost everyone I play golf with.”

More: ‘It is such a fine line’: I am a CFP and see nothing wrong with networking on the golf course. Am I wrong?. “I would love to develop working relationships with almost everyone I play golf with.”
TL;DR: “I would love to develop working relationships with almost everyone I play golf with.”
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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ estranged parents sell Chico home for $1.7 million

NFL star Aaron Rodgers’ parents have scored a major real estate win after offloading their longtime California home for $1.68 million just a few weeks after listing the property.

TL;DR: NFL star Aaron Rodgers’ parents have scored a major real estate win after offloading their longtime California home for $1.68 million just a few weeks after listing the property.
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Gap and American Eagle stock are both getting crushed, and neither retailer is blaming the economy

For two retailers that both saw their stock slide by a double-digit percentage after earnings, what may be most surprising is that executives at both Gap and American Eagle Outfitters say nothing is wrong with the economy.

TL;DR: For two retailers that both saw their stock slide by a double-digit percentage after earnings, what may be most surprising is that executives at both Gap and American Eagle Outfitters say nothing is wrong with the economy.
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The double 10K scenario: Wall Street veteran says the S&P 500 and gold can each reach that mark by the end of the decade

As the S&P 500 soars even higher by the end of the decade, gold will be going along for the ride, says Yardeni Research.

More: The double 10K scenario: Wall Street veteran says the S&P 500 and gold can each reach that mark by the end of the decade. As the S&P 500 soars even higher by the end of the decade, gold will be going along for the ride, says Yardeni Research.
TL;DR: As the S&P 500 soars even higher by the end of the decade, gold will be going along for the ride, says Yardeni Research.
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FT Wealth: May

In this edition: The €1bn Ponzi scheme which rocked France; what football and finance have in common; the power of Christopher Anderson’s pictures; downsides to tax moves; Monaco’s many faces; London’s priciest sushi menu

TL;DR: In this edition: The €1bn Ponzi scheme which rocked France; what football and finance have in common; the power of Christopher Anderson’s pictures; downsides to tax moves; Monaco’s many faces; London’s priciest sushi menu
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‘Bonkers’: the audacious plan for a 1mn-person city near Cambridge

Shiv Malik, a former journalist, conceived his vision of timber skyscrapers after chronicling how young people were struggling

More: ‘Bonkers’: the audacious plan for a 1mn-person city near Cambridge. Shiv Malik, a former journalist, conceived his vision of timber skyscrapers after chronicling how young people were struggling
TL;DR: Shiv Malik, a former journalist, conceived his vision of timber skyscrapers after chronicling how young people were struggling
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Investors race to get exposure to SpaceX ahead of IPO

Net $14bn pours into funds with stakes in rocket company while ETF providers line up wave of new products

TL;DR: Net $14bn pours into funds with stakes in rocket company while ETF providers line up wave of new products
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If Alphaville was running the UK’s Debt Management Office . . . 

Then £59 per month. Complete digital access to quality FT journalism on any device. Cancel or change your plan anytime during your trial.

More: Then £59 per month. Complete digital access to quality FT journalism on any device. Cancel or change your plan anytime during your trial. Get essential digital access to quality FT journalism on any device. Pay a year upfront and save 20% Complete digital access to quality FT journalism with expert analysis from industry leaders. Pay a year upfront and save 20%.
TL;DR: Complete digital access to quality FT journalism on any device.
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Why Britain’s fintech stars faded

Curve, GoCardless, PrimaryBid and Railsr have all sold up since the start of last year

TL;DR: Curve, GoCardless, PrimaryBid and Railsr have all sold up since the start of last year
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Bezos’ Blue Origin Loses Rocket in Huge Explosion on Launchpad

The space company had been preparing New Glenn rocket for an upcoming mission.

More: Bezos’ Blue Origin Loses Rocket in Huge Explosion on Launchpad. The space company had been preparing New Glenn rocket for an upcoming mission.
TL;DR: The space company had been preparing New Glenn rocket for an upcoming mission.
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‘I’m unsure of the best approach’: My father, 91, is in hospice care. He left his six children CDs. Can we cash out?

“His banker suggested that it might be easier after my father’s passing if we liquidate all of the CDs.”

More: ‘I’m unsure of the best approach’: My father, 91, is in hospice care. He left his six children CDs. “His banker suggested that it might be easier after my father’s passing if we liquidate all of the CDs.”
TL;DR: “His banker suggested that it might be easier after my father’s passing if we liquidate all of the CDs.”
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My golf buddy dropped me when I didn’t make him my financial adviser. Be careful who you trust.

“Friendliness alone is not a sufficient reason to trust someone with your finances.”

More: My golf buddy dropped me when I didn’t make him my financial adviser. Be careful who you trust.. “Friendliness alone is not a sufficient reason to trust someone with your finances.”
TL;DR: “Friendliness alone is not a sufficient reason to trust someone with your finances.”
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I’m setting up brokerage accounts for my grandkids in my daughter’s name. Is that wise — or am I asking for trouble?

“The contributions are invested in mutual funds tracking the S&P 500, small-cap stocks and international equities.”

More: I’m setting up brokerage accounts for my grandkids in my daughter’s name. Is that wise — or am I asking for trouble?. “The contributions are invested in mutual funds tracking the S&P 500, small-cap stocks and international equities.”
TL;DR: “The contributions are invested in mutual funds tracking the S&P 500, small-cap stocks and international equities.”
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Corporate America Is Starting to Ration AI as Cost Skyrockets

Executives are scrambling to track returns on AI investments as the bill for massive computing needs comes due.

TL;DR: Executives are scrambling to track returns on AI investments as the bill for massive computing needs comes due.
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Dell Stock Soars on Data-Center Revenue and Pentagon Deal

Shares in the computer hardware maker are up 150% since President Trump’s accounts purchased more than $1 million worth.

TL;DR: Shares in the computer hardware maker are up 150% since President Trump’s accounts purchased more than $1 million worth.
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Earnings season slows but these 7 stocks pack explosive ‘sawtooth’ volatility next week

The S&P 500 is flashing a green light to investors.

More: Earnings season slows but these 7 stocks pack explosive ‘sawtooth’ volatility next week. The S&P 500 is flashing a green light to investors.
TL;DR: The S&P 500 is flashing a green light to investors.
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Federal Reserve Launches Digital Dollar Pilot Program

The US Federal Reserve launched a central bank digital currency pilot across 5 states, testing blockchain-based settlement infrastructure.

TL;DR: The US Federal Reserve launched a central bank digital currency pilot across 5 states, testing blockchain-based settlement infrastructure.
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Costco gas demand hits records, as shoppers try to stay ahead of future price spikes

Costco’s same-store sales rose 9.8% during its third quarter, well above Wall Street’s estimates, as gasoline sales provided a nice bump.

More: Costco gas demand hits records, as shoppers try to stay ahead of future price spikes. Costco’s same-store sales rose 9.8% during its third quarter, well above Wall Street’s estimates, as gasoline sales provided a nice bump.
TL;DR: Costco’s same-store sales rose 9.8% during its third quarter, well above Wall Street’s estimates, as gasoline sales provided a nice bump.
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The Iran war costs more than you think — it boosts inflation and threatens stocks

Pentagon’s ‘fuzzy math’ impacts prices and your portfolio.

More: The Iran war costs more than you think — it boosts inflation and threatens stocks. Pentagon’s ‘fuzzy math’ impacts prices and your portfolio.
TL;DR: Pentagon’s ‘fuzzy math’ impacts prices and your portfolio.
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This overvalued stock market just flashed a rare buy signal

Market-timers ran for the exits at a near-unprecedented pace, giving contrarian-minded bulls an opportunity.

TL;DR: Market-timers ran for the exits at a near-unprecedented pace, giving contrarian-minded bulls an opportunity.
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67 million kids haven’t signed up for ‘Trump accounts.’ Here’s what they could be missing out on.

Nearly 6 million American children have been signed up for “Trump accounts,” but millions more are eligible — and they could be leaving free money on the table.

TL;DR: Nearly 6 million American children have been signed up for “Trump accounts,” but millions more are eligible — and they could be leaving free money on the table.
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Want an alternative to chip stocks? This sector with an AI angle is breaking out.

The transportation sector has benefited from hopes of a Iran peace deal, but also from the build out of data centers needed to power AI.

TL;DR: The transportation sector has benefited from hopes of a Iran peace deal, but also from the build out of data centers needed to power AI.
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The Iran war may be winding down, but the era of $60 oil could be over

The Iran war could soon draw to a close. Oil prices, however, may not roll back with it.

More: The Iran war may be winding down, but the era of $60 oil could be over. The Iran war could soon draw to a close. Oil prices, however, may not roll back with it.
TL;DR: The Iran war could soon draw to a close.
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J&J Mastered Cancer Biotech Deals on the Cheap. Can It Stay on the Cutting Edge?

Partnership strategy has produced great pharma bargains—and left the company exposed.

More: J&J Mastered Cancer Biotech Deals on the Cheap. Can It Stay on the Cutting Edge?. Partnership strategy has produced great pharma bargains—and left the company exposed.
TL;DR: Partnership strategy has produced great pharma bargains—and left the company exposed.
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IBM, Red Hat Pledge $5 Billion for AI-Driven Open Source Security Initiative

Under the new project, dubbed Project Lightwell, the companies said they will deploy a global force of 20,000 engineers, supported by advanced AI, to establish a trusted enterprise clearinghouse.

TL;DR: Under the new project, dubbed Project Lightwell, the companies said they will deploy a global force of 20,000 engineers, supported by advanced AI, to establish a trusted enterprise clearinghouse.
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An Iran deal could actually trigger a painful stock-market selloff, despite Wall Street’s optimism

Across Wall Street, investors are assuming that a credible and lasting deal between the U.S. and Iran would be an unmitigated positive for stocks and other risky assets.

More: An Iran deal could actually trigger a painful stock-market selloff, despite Wall Street’s optimism. Across Wall Street, investors are assuming that a credible and lasting deal between the U.S. and Iran would be an unmitigated positive for stocks and other risky assets.
TL;DR: Across Wall Street, investors are assuming that a credible and lasting deal between the U.S.
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on Meta Platforms, bitcoin, IBM and more in the latest Market Talks covering technology, media and telecom.

TL;DR: Find insight on Meta Platforms, bitcoin, IBM and more in the latest Market Talks covering technology, media and telecom.
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Okta shares rise on earnings beat and AI-agent opportunity

Okta’s first-qarter earnings cleared Wall Street’s expectations, and the company believes a massive market for AI-agent identity management is brewing on the horizon.

TL;DR: Okta’s first-qarter earnings cleared Wall Street’s expectations, and the company believes a massive market for AI-agent identity management is brewing on the horizon.
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Dell stock soars toward another record high as the AI boom drives a big earnings beat

The company’s AI-server revenue was up 757% in the first quarter, while profit beat expectations by the widest margin in at least five years.

More: Dell stock soars toward another record high as the AI boom drives a big earnings beat. The company’s AI-server revenue was up 757% in the first quarter, while profit beat expectations by the widest margin in at least five years.
TL;DR: The company’s AI-server revenue was up 757% in the first quarter, while profit beat expectations by the widest margin in at least five years.
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Anthropic Rockets to $965 Billion Valuation, Topping OpenAI in AI Showdown

The company’s latest $65 billion fundraising round was led by Altimeter Capital, Dragoneer, Greenoaks and Sequoia Capital.

More: Anthropic Rockets to $965 Billion Valuation, Topping OpenAI in AI Showdown. The company’s latest $65 billion fundraising round was led by Altimeter Capital, Dragoneer, Greenoaks and Sequoia Capital.
TL;DR: The company’s latest $65 billion fundraising round was led by Altimeter Capital, Dragoneer, Greenoaks and Sequoia Capital.
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Labour poised for fresh welfare changes after scale of youth jobs crisis revealed

Alan Milburn’s landmark report says unemployment among young costs UK £125bn a year and warns of ‘lost generation’ ‘A record of failure’: what’s in first part of Milburn report? Tell us: we would like to hear from young people in the UK about their job hunting experience Labour is poised for a fresh attempt at changing the welfare system after a major government-backed report said youth unemployment was costing Britain more than £125bn a year. As official figures revealed the number of young people not working or studying had surpassed a million for the first time in more than a decade, Alan Milburn said the government had a responsibility to the next generation to take action. Continue reading...

More: Labour poised for fresh welfare changes after scale of youth jobs crisis revealed. Tell us: we would like to hear from young people in the UK about their job hunting experience Labour is poised for a fresh attempt at changing the welfare system after a major government-backed report said youth unemployment was costing Britain more than £125bn a year.
TL;DR: Alan Milburn’s landmark report says unemployment among young costs UK £125bn a year and warns of ‘lost generation’ ‘A record of failure’: what’s in first part of Milburn report?
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How Online Sleuthing Helped Catch the ‘Google Insider’ on Polymarket

Amateur observers spot suspicious trades on the crypto-based betting platform.

More: How Online Sleuthing Helped Catch the ‘Google Insider’ on Polymarket. Amateur observers spot suspicious trades on the crypto-based betting platform.
TL;DR: Amateur observers spot suspicious trades on the crypto-based betting platform.
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Don’t Troll the Scam Texts. You’re Only Helping the Scammers.

It may be fun, but replying to “smishing” texts can confirm your number is active, expose personal details and make you a target for future fraud.

TL;DR: It may be fun, but replying to “smishing” texts can confirm your number is active, expose personal details and make you a target for future fraud.
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AI Is Changing How Consultants Get Paid—and Much More, BCG’s CEO Says

Christoph Schweizer points to higher revenues and head count in response to predictions that the technology is killing his industry.

More: AI Is Changing How Consultants Get Paid—and Much More, BCG’s CEO Says. Christoph Schweizer points to higher revenues and head count in response to predictions that the technology is killing his industry.
TL;DR: Christoph Schweizer points to higher revenues and head count in response to predictions that the technology is killing his industry.
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‘Lost generation’: why can’t young people get jobs? – The Latest

A landmark report has warned that the UK risks a ‘lost generation’ of young people, as new figures show that more than 1 million 16- to 24-year-olds in the UK were not in education, employment or training. The former Labour cabinet minister Alan Milburn said youth disengagement was a mounting economic risk to the country, and urged a fundamental reset of policy covering schools, the health service and the welfare state. Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian’s senior economics correspondent, Richard Partington – watch on YouTube Continue reading...

More: ‘Lost generation’: why can’t young people get jobs? The former Labour cabinet minister Alan Milburn said youth disengagement was a mounting economic risk to the country, and urged a fundamental reset of policy covering schools, the health service and the welfare state.
TL;DR: A landmark report has warned that the UK risks a ‘lost generation’ of young people, as new figures show that more than 1 million 16- to 24-year-olds in the UK were not in education, employment or training.
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US inflation rose at fastest pace in three years in April as Iran war hikes up prices

Americans are growing frustrated with Trump’s handling of the economy as cost of living soars ahead of midterms US inflation increased at its fastest pace in three years in April, driven by higher energy prices amid the war with Iran, and cementing economists’ views that the Federal Reserve could hold interest rates unchanged well into next year. Surging price pressures are eroding household income and could restrain consumer spending and economic growth this quarter. Income at the disposal of households after adjusting for inflation dropped for a third straight month in April, other data showed on Thursday. Given the soaring cost of living, Americans are growing frustrated with Donald Trump’s handling of the economy. A Reuters/Ipsos survey last week showed the president’s approval rating fell to nearly its lowest level since he returned to the White House, hit by a drop in support among Republicans. Trump won the 2024 presidential election in large part because of his promise to lower inflation. Continue reading...

More: US inflation rose at fastest pace in three years in April as Iran war hikes up prices. Income at the disposal of households after adjusting for inflation dropped for a third straight month in April, other data showed on Thursday. Trump won the 2024 presidential election in large part because of his promise to lower inflation.
TL;DR: Given the soaring cost of living, Americans are growing frustrated with Donald Trump’s handling of the economy.
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Germany shifts on EU oversight of financial services

Capital markets union ‘more important than clinging to national interests’, says finance minister

More: Germany shifts on EU oversight of financial services. Capital markets union ‘more important than clinging to national interests’, says finance minister
TL;DR: Capital markets union ‘more important than clinging to national interests’, says finance minister
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Opinion | Pope Leo’s Reminder: We Aren’t Machines

AI may be capable of impressive tasks, but humans have an intrinsic dignity.

More: Opinion | Pope Leo’s Reminder: We Aren’t Machines. AI may be capable of impressive tasks, but humans have an intrinsic dignity.
TL;DR: AI may be capable of impressive tasks, but humans have an intrinsic dignity.
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US PCE inflation rate hits three-year high as Iran war pushes up prices – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as number of UK ‘Neets’ hits 12-year high UK risks £125bn hit a year from youth unemployment, landmark report says We would like to hear from young people in the UK about their job hunting experience Elsewhere this morning, Labour has adopted regulations intended to prevent local councils from going bust after they make risky investments that jeopardise their finances. Ministers will be handed powers to intervene that have been dormant since 2003, the ministry of housing, communities and local government (MHCLG) said. “In Woking, Thurrock, and other councils we’ve seen poor investment decisions leaving taxpayers footing a big bill. “We can’t afford to wait until a council is on the brink of collapse to act. That’s why we want to bring in new powers so we can identify the risks and act before its too late.” “Many of Alan Milburn’s findings reflect the evidence received in our own inquiry on Youth Employment, Education and Training. We await Mr Milburn’s conclusions and recommendations, but when giving evidence to the Select Committee, he referred to the causes of the current youth employment crisis being as broad as they are deep. It’s clear that whatever his recommendations, it will require systemic change, needing a whole government approach to fix this. “We agree that this is not the so-called ‘snowflake’ generation that too many have referred to. But the urgency must be recognised. We cannot see the lives of so many young people be blighted in this way. Continue reading...

More: US PCE inflation rate hits three-year high as Iran war pushes up prices – as it happened. That’s why we want to bring in new powers so we can identify the risks and act before its too late.” “Many of Alan Milburn’s findings reflect the evidence received in our own inquiry on Youth Employment, Education and Training.
TL;DR: Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as number of UK ‘Neets’ hits 12-year high UK risks £125bn hit a year from youth unemployment, landmark report says We would like to hear from young people in the UK about their job hunting experience Elsewhere this morning, Labour has adopted regulations intended to prevent local councils from going bust after they make risky investments that jeopardise their finances.
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Ministers in talks over shelving carbon tax on fertiliser to curb UK food inflation

Exclusive: Package of measures discussed with farmers, including pause on duty due to come into effect next year Ministers are in discussions about suspending a carbon tax on fertilisers, due to come into effect early next year, in an effort to curb food inflation. The move would be part of a package of measures, including the suspension of import tariffs on a range of foods including bread, biscuits and bananas. Continue reading...

More: Exclusive: Package of measures discussed with farmers, including pause on duty due to come into effect next year Ministers are in discussions about suspending a carbon tax on fertilisers, due to come into effect early next year, in an effort to curb food inflation.
TL;DR: Exclusive: Package of measures discussed with farmers, including pause on duty due to come into effect next year Ministers are in discussions about suspending a carbon tax on fertilisers, due to come into effect early next year, in an effort to curb food inflation.
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Ex-SJP partners allege wealth manager took clients without paying

Former advisers preparing legal action over claims St James’s Place failed to pay compensation after taking their business

TL;DR: Former advisers preparing legal action over claims St James’s Place failed to pay compensation after taking their business
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Modelling shows 90% of young Australians will be better off under Labor’s tax reforms

The $1,000 tax deduction, $250 ‘working Australians tax offset’, and CGT and negative gearing changes will benefit most young people, Treasury secretary says Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Ninety per cent of young Australians will be better off under the Albanese government’s tax proposals, the Treasury claims, as Labor moves to pass its reforms into law. The government introduced the tax changes to parliament on Thursday before a heated question time in which the opposition leader, Angus Taylor, called Anthony Albanese an “arrogant prick”, while separately the Nationals demanded the government call an early election. Continue reading...

More: The $1,000 tax deduction, $250 ‘working Australians tax offset’, and CGT and negative gearing changes will benefit most young people, Treasury secretary says Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Ninety per cent of young Australians will be better off under the Albanese government’s tax proposals, the Treasury claims, as Labor moves to pass its reforms i…
TL;DR: The $1,000 tax deduction, $250 ‘working Australians tax offset’, and CGT and negative gearing changes will benefit most young people, Treasury secretary says Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Ninety per cent of young Australians will be better off under the Albanese government’s tax proposals, the Treasury claims, as Labor moves to pass its reforms into law.
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Without fanfare, China is making rural migrants’ lives easier

The notorious hukou system is being relaxed. Marx would approve

More: Without fanfare, China is making rural migrants’ lives easier. The notorious hukou system is being relaxed. Marx would approve
TL;DR: The notorious hukou system is being relaxed.
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How to tax businesses in orbit and beyond

As the space business grows, so will offplanet finance

More: How to tax businesses in orbit and beyond. As the space business grows, so will offplanet finance
TL;DR: As the space business grows, so will offplanet finance
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France’s Answer to OpenAI Warns of Dangers of U.S. Tech Dominance

The French company’s CEO said its—and Europe’s—biggest obstacle to tech independence is the scale of investment necessary.

TL;DR: The French company’s CEO said its—and Europe’s—biggest obstacle to tech independence is the scale of investment necessary.
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What are my rights when buying a house with my unmarried partner?

We will both pay towards the mortgage, but it won’t be a 50/50 split

More: What are my rights when buying a house with my unmarried partner?. We will both pay towards the mortgage, but it won’t be a 50/50 split
TL;DR: We will both pay towards the mortgage, but it won’t be a 50/50 split
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No, now is not the time for UK rent controls

Three think-tanks are promoting curbs to rental growth — but that horse has already bolted

More: No, now is not the time for UK rent controls. Three think-tanks are promoting curbs to rental growth — but that horse has already bolted
TL;DR: Three think-tanks are promoting curbs to rental growth — but that horse has already bolted
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Meta Tests AI Subscriptions and Rolls Out New Paid Plans for Facebook, Instagram

The company is seeking to supplement its advertising business as the costs of its AI buildout mount.

More: Meta Tests AI Subscriptions and Rolls Out New Paid Plans for Facebook, Instagram. The company is seeking to supplement its advertising business as the costs of its AI buildout mount.
TL;DR: The company is seeking to supplement its advertising business as the costs of its AI buildout mount.
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Big Subsidies for Google, Limited Water for Locals: The Dilemma of AI in India

Developing-world nations are offering billions of dollars in incentives for U.S. data centers, but locals say the cost is too high.

More: Big Subsidies for Google, Limited Water for Locals: The Dilemma of AI in India. Developing-world nations are offering billions of dollars in incentives for U.S. data centers, but locals say the cost is too high.
TL;DR: Developing-world nations are offering billions of dollars in incentives for U.S.
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The Chip Rally Is at $5.7 Trillion and Counting. How Much Further Can It Go?

Surging demand for chip makers has lifted major indexes from their wartime malaise.

More: The Chip Rally Is at $5.7 Trillion and Counting. How Much Further Can It Go?. Surging demand for chip makers has lifted major indexes from their wartime malaise.
TL;DR: Surging demand for chip makers has lifted major indexes from their wartime malaise.
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Google Employee Charged With Insider Trading on Polymarket

Federal prosecutors allege a software engineer made more than $1 million using nonpublic information to bet on who would be the most-searched people of 2025.

TL;DR: Federal prosecutors allege a software engineer made more than $1 million using nonpublic information to bet on who would be the most-searched people of 2025.
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Amazon Strikes $6 Billion Deal With Snowflake for Agentic Computing Chips

The cloud-storage company joins Apple and Meta as one of AWS’s largest customers for CPU-based computing. Snowflake shares soared 35% after the closing bell.

More: Amazon Strikes $6 Billion Deal With Snowflake for Agentic Computing Chips. The cloud-storage company joins Apple and Meta as one of AWS’s largest customers for CPU-based computing. Snowflake shares soared 35% after the closing bell.
TL;DR: The cloud-storage company joins Apple and Meta as one of AWS’s largest customers for CPU-based computing.
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Trump’s Not Worried About How the Iran War Might Affect the Midterms

Plus, the app for Trump accounts launches tomorrow, and beach houses get a dark, moody makeover

More: Trump’s Not Worried About How the Iran War Might Affect the Midterms. Plus, the app for Trump accounts launches tomorrow, and beach houses get a dark, moody makeover
TL;DR: Plus, the app for Trump accounts launches tomorrow, and beach houses get a dark, moody makeover
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Opinion | Pope Leo Aims to Please

It’s usually a warning sign when a religious declaration fails to offend elite opinion.

TL;DR: It’s usually a warning sign when a religious declaration fails to offend elite opinion.
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Robinhood to let investors use AI chatbots for share trading

US brokerage joins ‘arms race’ to give retail investors new tools

More: Robinhood to let investors use AI chatbots for share trading. US brokerage joins ‘arms race’ to give retail investors new tools
TL;DR: US brokerage joins ‘arms race’ to give retail investors new tools
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The future of consulting

Plus, why so many young people are leaving academia and the unprecedented costs of being a grandparent

TL;DR: Plus, why so many young people are leaving academia and the unprecedented costs of being a grandparent
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Jamie Dimon says JPMorgan could spend up to $20bn on a new acquisition

Bank chief executive says Trump administration’s lighter approach to regulation has freed as much as $50bn in excess capital

More: Jamie Dimon says JPMorgan could spend up to $20bn on a new acquisition. Bank chief executive says Trump administration’s lighter approach to regulation has freed as much as $50bn in excess capital
TL;DR: Bank chief executive says Trump administration’s lighter approach to regulation has freed as much as $50bn in excess capital
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China Wants Its Companies to Embrace AI—Without Firing Workers

As a backlash against AI builds in the U.S. and elsewhere, China is acting to stave off social and economic disruption.

More: China Wants Its Companies to Embrace AI—Without Firing Workers. As a backlash against AI builds in the U.S. and elsewhere, China is acting to stave off social and economic disruption.
TL;DR: As a backlash against AI builds in the U.S.
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Data centre owner DigitalBridge buys energy PE firm ArcLight for $1bn

Tie-up comes as Wall Street heavyweights strike partnerships to uncover new sources of power

More: Data centre owner DigitalBridge buys energy PE firm ArcLight for $1bn. Tie-up comes as Wall Street heavyweights strike partnerships to uncover new sources of power
TL;DR: Tie-up comes as Wall Street heavyweights strike partnerships to uncover new sources of power
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Securitisation could help plug Europe’s funding gap

Deeper capital markets are essential to the continent’s growth

More: Securitisation could help plug Europe’s funding gap. Deeper capital markets are essential to the continent’s growth
TL;DR: Deeper capital markets are essential to the continent’s growth
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Japan, South Korea and Taiwan are suffering industrial rot

Artificial intelligence is concealing a China shock

More: Japan, South Korea and Taiwan are suffering industrial rot. Artificial intelligence is concealing a China shock
TL;DR: Artificial intelligence is concealing a China shock
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Central banks complete successful tests of cross-border blockchain payments

Prototype, backed by Federal Reserve Bank of New York and BoE, allows near-instantaneous settlement of payments

TL;DR: Prototype, backed by Federal Reserve Bank of New York and BoE, allows near-instantaneous settlement of payments
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First Abu Dhabi Bank exposed to insolvencies of MFS-linked properties

UAE’s largest bank financed 60 companies now set to appoint administrators

More: First Abu Dhabi Bank exposed to insolvencies of MFS-linked properties. UAE’s largest bank financed 60 companies now set to appoint administrators
TL;DR: UAE’s largest bank financed 60 companies now set to appoint administrators
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Robinhood Lets Customers Use AI to Trade Stocks, Make Credit-Card Purchases

The brokerage’s new feature links artificial-intelligence tools to investment and credit-card accounts.

More: Robinhood Lets Customers Use AI to Trade Stocks, Make Credit-Card Purchases. The brokerage’s new feature links artificial-intelligence tools to investment and credit-card accounts.
TL;DR: The brokerage’s new feature links artificial-intelligence tools to investment and credit-card accounts.
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The politics of unrealistic numbers

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China Memory-Chip Maker CXMT Clears Shanghai Listing Review

China’s securities regulator has cleared an approximately $4 billion share offering by a leading memory maker, bringing the highly anticipated listing a step closer following the company’s recent technological breakthroughs.

TL;DR: China’s securities regulator has cleared an approximately $4 billion share offering by a leading memory maker, bringing the highly anticipated listing a step closer following the company’s recent technological breakthroughs.
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Halifax and TSB have outlived their brand-name usefulness

Bank consolidation in Britain now makes sense in targeting customers for multiple products

More: Halifax and TSB have outlived their brand-name usefulness. Bank consolidation in Britain now makes sense in targeting customers for multiple products
TL;DR: Bank consolidation in Britain now makes sense in targeting customers for multiple products
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Bullying problem? The battle inside BP’s boardroom

With the ousting of Albert Manifold, BP has replaced two chief executives and two chairs in the past three years

TL;DR: With the ousting of Albert Manifold, BP has replaced two chief executives and two chairs in the past three years
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Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as hub for global offshore wealth

Chinese territory enjoys surge of investment from mainland as wealthy spread assets across different jurisdictions

More: Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as hub for global offshore wealth. Chinese territory enjoys surge of investment from mainland as wealthy spread assets across different jurisdictions
TL;DR: Chinese territory enjoys surge of investment from mainland as wealthy spread assets across different jurisdictions
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AI Trading Algorithms Now Execute 75% of Daily Volume

Visit Markets Data Financial Times Home Exchange traded funds Vanguard fund becomes first ETF to top $1tn in assets Rapid growth shows volume of passive money ready to buy IPOs such as SpaceX and Ant…

More: Visit Markets Data Financial Times Home Exchange traded funds Vanguard fund becomes first ETF to top $1tn in assets Rapid growth shows volume of passive money ready to buy IPOs such as SpaceX and Anthropic Reform UK Nigel Farage gambles on playing to the far right Editor's picks opinion content.  A guide for the perplexed on AI Martin Wolf opinion content.
TL;DR: Machine learning-driven trading algorithms now account for 75% of daily equity market volume across major exchanges.
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Opinion | Our Data-Center Alarmism Isn’t Surprising

The modern panic industry isn’t an accident.

More: Opinion | Our Data-Center Alarmism Isn’t Surprising. The modern panic industry isn’t an accident.
TL;DR: The modern panic industry isn’t an accident.
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Opinion | How Does Generation Z Feel About AI?

Students debate whether artificial intelligence will drown them in slop or help them advance.

More: Opinion | How Does Generation Z Feel About AI?. Students debate whether artificial intelligence will drown them in slop or help them advance.
TL;DR: Students debate whether artificial intelligence will drown them in slop or help them advance.
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Opinion | Jeff Bezos Earned His Fortune

The Amazon founder’s innovations save customers 22 hours a year on average, giving them the gift of time.

TL;DR: The Amazon founder’s innovations save customers 22 hours a year on average, giving them the gift of time.
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Giga-IPOs are a symptom of public markets’ giga-problem

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More: Giga-IPOs are a symptom of public markets’ giga-problem. Jamie Dimon, boss of JPMorgan Chase and Wall Street wise man, would like to see 15,000 or more. Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once
TL;DR: Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once
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The Guardian view on Britain’s economy: to profit politically a recovery must be felt in people’s pockets | Editorial

The chancellor can point to growth and lower inflation, but weak job data, flat living standards and uncertain productivity are no reason to cheer In October 1991, the then chancellor Norman Lamont said he thought he saw some “green shoots” of recovery. He was ridiculed, as Britain was in the midst of a deep recession that it would not clamber out of until the following summer. Insouciant in the face of the scorn heaped upon him, Mr Lamont defended himself robustly, even long after the event – not least by writing letters to this newspaper. Despite this valiant defence, “green shootism” became notorious because it suggested a ruling class that was congratulating itself well before ordinary people felt a recovery. This has not stopped politicians since 2010 from claiming that Britain was bouncing back from the series of shocks it has experienced. After austerity had produced economic stagnation, George Osborne, the Tory chancellor in 2013, seized on a few quarters of growth to claim Britain was “turning a corner ”. Just months before the 2024 general election, Rishi Sunak, the Conservative prime minister, said that the country was starting to see the “ green shoots ” of recovery. Voters resoundingly rejected that claim when Labour was elected in a landslide. Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here . Continue reading...

More: The Guardian view on Britain’s economy: to profit politically a recovery must be felt in people’s pockets | Editorial. He was ridiculed, as Britain was in the midst of a deep recession that it would not clamber out of until the following summer.
TL;DR: The chancellor can point to growth and lower inflation, but weak job data, flat living standards and uncertain productivity are no reason to cheer In October 1991, the then chancellor Norman Lamont said he thought he saw some “green shoots” of recovery.
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BP chair removed over ‘unacceptable’ governance oversight and conduct issues; UK petrol prices hit new Iran war high – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Full story: BP removes chair Albert Manifold over ‘serious’ governance and conduct concerns Middle East crisis live: US attacks Iran missile sites as Tehran negotiators hold talks in Qatar Rachel Reeves tells ministers to ‘buy British’ in four key industries The economic consequences of the spike in oil and gas prices since the Iran war started will be brought home to British households tomorrow. Energy regulator Ofgem is due to set the latest price cap at 7am on Wednesday, dictating the maximum a supplier can charge for the July-September quarter. Continue reading...

More: BP chair removed over ‘unacceptable’ governance oversight and conduct issues; UK petrol prices hit new Iran war high – as it happened. Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Full story: BP removes chair Albert Manifold over ‘serious’ governance and conduct concerns Middle East crisis live: US attacks Iran missile sites as Tehran negotiators hold talks in Qa…
TL;DR: Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Full story: BP removes chair Albert Manifold over ‘serious’ governance and conduct concerns Middle East crisis live: US attacks Iran missile sites as Tehran negotiators hold talks in Qatar Rachel Reeves tells ministers to ‘buy British’ in four key industries The economic consequences of the spike in oil and gas prices since the Iran war started will be brought home to British households tomorrow.
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Oil price rises back above $100 a barrel as energy market may be past ‘point of no return’

Crude rises after US strikes on Iran dampen hopes of peace deal, with experts saying talks appear stuck in ‘endless loop’ Oil rose back above $100 a barrel on Tuesday, after fresh US strikes on Iran dashed hopes of a Middle East breakthrough, with experts saying that whatever the outcome of peace talks, the global energy market may now be past the “point of no return”. News of the US attacks on missile launch sites and mine-laying vessels pushed the price of Brent crude past the key threshold on Tuesday, as a peace deal remained elusive. Continue reading...

More: Crude rises after US strikes on Iran dampen hopes of peace deal, with experts saying talks appear stuck in ‘endless loop’ Oil rose back above $100 a barrel on Tuesday, after fresh US strikes on Iran dashed hopes of a Middle East breakthrough, with experts saying that whatever the outcome of peace talks, the global energy market may now be past the “point of no return”.
TL;DR: Crude rises after US strikes on Iran dampen hopes of peace deal, with experts saying talks appear stuck in ‘endless loop’ Oil rose back above $100 a barrel on Tuesday, after fresh US strikes on Iran dashed hopes of a Middle East breakthrough, with experts saying that whatever the outcome of peace talks, the global energy market may now be past the “point of no return”.
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Hedge funds are AImaxxing

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ECB says private-credit fuelled AI boom poses risk to financial system

Central bank warns that investors could be exposed to losses if the technology does not meet its potential

More: ECB says private-credit fuelled AI boom poses risk to financial system. Central bank warns that investors could be exposed to losses if the technology does not meet its potential
TL;DR: Central bank warns that investors could be exposed to losses if the technology does not meet its potential
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BP ousts chairman over ‘serious’ governance concerns as shares tumble

BP shares fell after the company ousted Chairman Albert Manifold over governance and conduct concerns, adding to years of executive upheaval.

TL;DR: BP shares fell after the company ousted Chairman Albert Manifold over governance and conduct concerns, adding to years of executive upheaval.
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Deregulation hands top US and UK banks $1.3tn

Regulatory loosening allows countries’ banks to expand balance sheets while EU and Swiss rivals are constrained

TL;DR: Regulatory loosening allows countries’ banks to expand balance sheets while EU and Swiss rivals are constrained
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Next boss warns over ‘dramatic fall’ in UK entry-level jobs

Peer’s comments come as Milburn report is likely to find government has failed to tackle youth unemployment The boss of Next has sounded the alarm about a “dramatic fall” in the number of entry-level jobs in the UK that is driving up youth unemployment, saying the retailer now receives twice as many applicants for each role than two years ago. Lord Wolfson said the clothing and homeware chain, where he has been chief executive since 2001, typically received 10 applications for every job in its shops in 2024 but that number has now risen to 19. Continue reading...

More: Peer’s comments come as Milburn report is likely to find government has failed to tackle youth unemployment The boss of Next has sounded the alarm about a “dramatic fall” in the number of entry-level jobs in the UK that is driving up youth unemployment, saying the retailer now receives twice as many applicants for each role than two years ago.
TL;DR: Peer’s comments come as Milburn report is likely to find government has failed to tackle youth unemployment The boss of Next has sounded the alarm about a “dramatic fall” in the number of entry-level jobs in the UK that is driving up youth unemployment, saying the retailer now receives twice as many applicants for each role than two years ago.
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UK consumers likely to face higher prices ‘for many months to come’

Data shows even if Iran war ends, shop price inflation on rise, while only 16% of firms left unscathed by conflict Higher prices could persist over the summer even if ceasefire talks between the US and Iran bear fruit , consumers have been warned, with economic shock waves likely to be felt “for many months to come”. Disruption to global shipping, coupled with soaring prices for energy and raw materials, have driven up costs for UK companies, with the impact already filtering through to prices paid at the tills, according to fresh inflation figures. Continue reading...

More: Data shows even if Iran war ends, shop price inflation on rise, while only 16% of firms left unscathed by conflict Higher prices could persist over the summer even if ceasefire talks between the US and Iran bear fruit , consumers have been warned, with economic shock waves likely to be felt “for many months to come”.
TL;DR: Data shows even if Iran war ends, shop price inflation on rise, while only 16% of firms left unscathed by conflict Higher prices could persist over the summer even if ceasefire talks between the US and Iran bear fruit , consumers have been warned, with economic shock waves likely to be felt “for many months to come”.
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Monzo spends heavily on ‘refer a friend’ rewards to boost market share

London-based fintech records ‘staggering’ increase in spending on referral fees

More: Monzo spends heavily on ‘refer a friend’ rewards to boost market share. London-based fintech records ‘staggering’ increase in spending on referral fees
TL;DR: London-based fintech records ‘staggering’ increase in spending on referral fees
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There are more important things to consider when moving countries than tax

Relocating to a low-tax jurisdiction often involves unforeseen legal, emotional and social costs

More: There are more important things to consider when moving countries than tax. Relocating to a low-tax jurisdiction often involves unforeseen legal, emotional and social costs
TL;DR: Relocating to a low-tax jurisdiction often involves unforeseen legal, emotional and social costs
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The UK’s best-performing bank is probably not the one you think

Shares in London-listed but Georgia-based Lion Finance have risen 800% since 2021

More: The UK’s best-performing bank is probably not the one you think. Shares in London-listed but Georgia-based Lion Finance have risen 800% since 2021
TL;DR: Shares in London-listed but Georgia-based Lion Finance have risen 800% since 2021
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His Chatbot Nearly Ruined Him. To Recover, He Had to Destroy It.

Unrequited love drove a 57-year-old man to an AI. Delusions of grandeur followed.

More: His Chatbot Nearly Ruined Him. Unrequited love drove a 57-year-old man to an AI. Delusions of grandeur followed.
TL;DR: Unrequited love drove a 57-year-old man to an AI.
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Crackdowns on financial secrecy aren’t hurting offshore finance

There is a lot more to havens than crystal-clear waters and a promise of opacity

More: Crackdowns on financial secrecy aren’t hurting offshore finance. There is a lot more to havens than crystal-clear waters and a promise of opacity
TL;DR: There is a lot more to havens than crystal-clear waters and a promise of opacity
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These 5 cities are seeing big home price cuts

Five housing markets led the nation in price cuts in April 2025, with some seeing reductions on nearly one-third of listings amid weak buyer demand.

TL;DR: Five housing markets led the nation in price cuts in April 2025, with some seeing reductions on nearly one-third of listings amid weak buyer demand.
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Italian bank CDP to raise stake in payments group Nexi after CVC weighs bid

Cassa Depositi e Prestiti’s move comes as buyout firm had considered €9bn bid for Milan-listed group

More: Italian bank CDP to raise stake in payments group Nexi after CVC weighs bid. Cassa Depositi e Prestiti’s move comes as buyout firm had considered €9bn bid for Milan-listed group
TL;DR: Cassa Depositi e Prestiti’s move comes as buyout firm had considered €9bn bid for Milan-listed group
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Singapore tells banks to speed up account openings for wealthy clients

Regulator tries to strengthen city-state’s position as wealth hub after money-laundering cases lengthened waiting times

More: Singapore tells banks to speed up account openings for wealthy clients. Regulator tries to strengthen city-state’s position as wealth hub after money-laundering cases lengthened waiting times
TL;DR: Regulator tries to strengthen city-state’s position as wealth hub after money-laundering cases lengthened waiting times
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Inside Chris Hohn’s Top Hedge Fund

Plus, James Anderson sees end to tech boom, SpaceX IPO trading frenzy and the Old Vic’s all-female Glengarry Glen Ross

TL;DR: Plus, James Anderson sees end to tech boom, SpaceX IPO trading frenzy and the Old Vic’s all-female Glengarry Glen Ross
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Bank lending to UK businesses falls to lowest level in nearly 30 years

Weak economic growth and tighter regulation hit credit for small- and medium-sized companies

More: Bank lending to UK businesses falls to lowest level in nearly 30 years. Weak economic growth and tighter regulation hit credit for small- and medium-sized companies
TL;DR: Weak economic growth and tighter regulation hit credit for small- and medium-sized companies
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Chipotle rival Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen closes all US restaurants

Guzman y Gomez, which once planned hundreds of U.S. locations, has permanently closed all American restaurants after struggling in the Chicago market.

More: Chipotle rival Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen closes all US restaurants. Guzman y Gomez, which once planned hundreds of U.S. locations, has permanently closed all American restaurants after struggling in the Chicago market.
TL;DR: locations, has permanently closed all American restaurants after struggling in the Chicago market.
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With oil markets nearing the danger zone, a US-Iran deal can’t come soon enough | Heather Stewart

Global prices are approaching a tipping point that could trigger inflation, shortages and, over time, recession If a US-Iran deal is about to be reached, three months on from the launch of Donald Trump’s Operation Epic Fury, it will not be a day too soon for oil markets, which are approaching a dangerous tipping point. The cost of a barrel of crude on the spot market – for immediate purchase, effectively – has bounced about $100 since Iran predictably responded to the onslaught from the US and Israel by closing the strait of Hormuz. Continue reading...

More: Global prices are approaching a tipping point that could trigger inflation, shortages and, over time, recession If a US-Iran deal is about to be reached, three months on from the launch of Donald Trump’s Operation Epic Fury, it will not be a day too soon for oil markets, which are approaching a dangerous tipping point.
TL;DR: Global prices are approaching a tipping point that could trigger inflation, shortages and, over time, recession If a US-Iran deal is about to be reached, three months on from the launch of Donald Trump’s Operation Epic Fury, it will not be a day too soon for oil markets, which are approaching a dangerous tipping point.
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Even if the Iran war ended today, US fuel prices aren’t likely to normalize this year

Prewar US gas prices averaged about $3 a gallon nationally – kiss that number goodbye for 2026 Sorry, US drivers, but don’t expect pump prices to return to prewar levels any time soon, even if the US and Iran agree to a lasting peace deal tomorrow. As the war with Iran enters its third month, drivers have become infuriated by rising gas prices – and inflation – and Donald Trump is facing a historic backlash in the polls. The president promised recently that relief will be swift once the war ends. “I see it going down very substantially when this is over, I think very rapidly too, at levels that you’ve never seen,” he said. Continue reading...

More: Even if the Iran war ended today, US fuel prices aren’t likely to normalize this year. As the war with Iran enters its third month, drivers have become infuriated by rising gas prices – and inflation – and Donald Trump is facing a historic backlash in the polls. The president promised recently that relief will be swift once the war ends.
TL;DR: Prewar US gas prices averaged about $3 a gallon nationally – kiss that number goodbye for 2026 Sorry, US drivers, but don’t expect pump prices to return to prewar levels any time soon, even if the US and Iran agree to a lasting peace deal tomorrow.
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Hosting a Memorial Day cookout? Here's how much it could cost

Memorial Day grilling costs are notably higher as inflation data shows beef, hot dogs, and fresh vegetables all saw significant year-over-year increases.

TL;DR: Memorial Day grilling costs are notably higher as inflation data shows beef, hot dogs, and fresh vegetables all saw significant year-over-year increases.
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Execs Are Deploying Digital Twins to Do Their Work

Plus, what it’s like to use an e-hiking exoskeleton and how ground drones are revolutionizing warfare.

TL;DR: Plus, what it’s like to use an e-hiking exoskeleton and how ground drones are revolutionizing warfare.
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Kevin Warsh sworn in as Federal Reserve chair

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore in Kevin Warsh as the chair of the Federal Reserve during a ceremony at the White House on Friday, after his pick to succeed Jerome Powell was confirmed last week.

TL;DR: Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas swore in Kevin Warsh as the chair of the Federal Reserve during a ceremony at the White House on Friday, after his pick to succeed Jerome Powell was confirmed last week.
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Workers face growing 'automation anxiety' as tech layoffs surge, AI adoption accelerates

AI automation anxiety is growing as over 85,000 tech jobs were cut through April 2026. One CEO says short-term job creation will come from AI tool adoption.

More: Workers face growing 'automation anxiety' as tech layoffs surge, AI adoption accelerates. AI automation anxiety is growing as over 85,000 tech jobs were cut through April 2026. One CEO says short-term job creation will come from AI tool adoption.
TL;DR: AI automation anxiety is growing as over 85,000 tech jobs were cut through April 2026.
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UK borrows more than forecast in April as inflation adds to benefits bill

The £24.3bn figure comes amid rising cost of pensions as bond market jitters take monthly debt interest to £10.3bn The UK borrowed more than expected in April as high inflation drove up the cost of pensions and benefits, with concern over the Iran war and political uncertainty adding to debt costs. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said public sector net borrowing – the difference between government spending and income – was £24.3bn in April 2026, £4.9bn higher than in April 2025. Continue reading...

More: The £24.3bn figure comes amid rising cost of pensions as bond market jitters take monthly debt interest to £10.3bn The UK borrowed more than expected in April as high inflation drove up the cost of pensions and benefits, with concern over the Iran war and political uncertainty adding to debt costs.
TL;DR: The £24.3bn figure comes amid rising cost of pensions as bond market jitters take monthly debt interest to £10.3bn The UK borrowed more than expected in April as high inflation drove up the cost of pensions and benefits, with concern over the Iran war and political uncertainty adding to debt costs.
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Philadelphia voters approve first city-run retirement savings program for workers without 401(k) plans

Philadelphia passed a ballot measure creating PhillySaves, the nation's first city-run auto-IRA program for workers lacking employer retirement plans.

TL;DR: Philadelphia passed a ballot measure creating PhillySaves, the nation's first city-run auto-IRA program for workers lacking employer retirement plans.
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Mortgage rates jump as inflation fears, Iran war weigh

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.51%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.36%.

More: Mortgage rates jump as inflation fears, Iran war weigh. The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.51%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.36%.
TL;DR: The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.51%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday.
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Stellantis unveils $70B turnaround strategy with 60 new models

Stellantis announces a $70 billion turnaround strategy focusing on core brands, external partnerships and more efficient factory capacity use.

TL;DR: Stellantis announces a $70 billion turnaround strategy focusing on core brands, external partnerships and more efficient factory capacity use.
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Three major hospital systems accuse CVS of secretly siphoning hundreds of millions in drug savings

Three major hospital systems have accused CVS of allegedly diverting hundreds of millions from the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program.

TL;DR: Three major hospital systems have accused CVS of allegedly diverting hundreds of millions from the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program.
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How should economists treat morality?

Sometimes it is more than merely an exogenous constraint

More: How should economists treat morality?. Sometimes it is more than merely an exogenous constraint
TL;DR: Sometimes it is more than merely an exogenous constraint
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The insurers on the hook for war in Iran

Some have been hammered; even those who haven’t might be soon

More: The insurers on the hook for war in Iran. Some have been hammered; even those who haven’t might be soon
TL;DR: Some have been hammered; even those who haven’t might be soon
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E-Hiking Is Here. You Can Tell by My 1,000-Watt Hips.

With Hypershell’s X Ultra S and similar personal exoskeletons, AI takes on the great outdoors.

More: E-Hiking Is Here. You Can Tell by My 1,000-Watt Hips.. With Hypershell’s X Ultra S and similar personal exoskeletons, AI takes on the great outdoors.
TL;DR: With Hypershell’s X Ultra S and similar personal exoskeletons, AI takes on the great outdoors.
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SpaceX moves to launch highly anticipated IPO

SpaceX has submitted paperwork for a highly anticipated IPO that could make Elon Musk’s space giant the first U.S. company to go public at a valuation above $1 trillion.

More: SpaceX moves to launch highly anticipated IPO. SpaceX has submitted paperwork for a highly anticipated IPO that could make Elon Musk’s space giant the first U.S. company to go public at a valuation above $1 trillion.
TL;DR: SpaceX has submitted paperwork for a highly anticipated IPO that could make Elon Musk’s space giant the first U.S.
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High energy prices risk keeping inflation above 2% target, concerning Fed policymakers

Fed minutes reveal policymakers worried about energy prices and tariffs driving inflation higher when they held interest rates steady in April.

TL;DR: Fed minutes reveal policymakers worried about energy prices and tariffs driving inflation higher when they held interest rates steady in April.
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Federal budget deficit projected to hit $2 trillion this fiscal year, ranking among largest in US history

The U.S. is projected to run a budget deficit of at least $2 trillion in fiscal year 2026, according to Treasury Department and bond market estimates.

TL;DR: is projected to run a budget deficit of at least $2 trillion in fiscal year 2026, according to Treasury Department and bond market estimates.
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Top economist sounds alarm on America’s 40% recession risk, warns stocks are disconnected from reality

Moody's chief economist Mark Zandi says there is a 40% chance of a U.S. economic downturn within the next year, well above the 15% historical average.

More: Top economist sounds alarm on America’s 40% recession risk, warns stocks are disconnected from reality. Moody's chief economist Mark Zandi says there is a 40% chance of a U.S. economic downturn within the next year, well above the 15% historical average.
TL;DR: Moody's chief economist Mark Zandi says there is a 40% chance of a U.S.
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California business owners ‘working for peanuts’ as costs, record gas prices and regulations devour profits

California "sticker shock" is mounting for the state's small business owners, but one restaurateur and their multibillion-dollar lender explain why they're not walking away — yet.

TL;DR: California "sticker shock" is mounting for the state's small business owners, but one restaurateur and their multibillion-dollar lender explain why they're not walking away — yet.
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There’s a New Way to Create Google Docs With Your Voice. Watch Me Try It.

An exclusive look at Docs Live, Google’s new speech-powered AI project manager and writing partner.

More: There’s a New Way to Create Google Docs With Your Voice. Watch Me Try It.. An exclusive look at Docs Live, Google’s new speech-powered AI project manager and writing partner.
TL;DR: An exclusive look at Docs Live, Google’s new speech-powered AI project manager and writing partner.
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Investors fear another surge in inflation

So why aren’t more buying inflation-protected bonds?

More: Investors fear another surge in inflation. So why aren’t more buying inflation-protected bonds?
TL;DR: So why aren’t more buying inflation-protected bonds?
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Why Gen Z is saying 'no' more often – and saving more money

Despite rising housing costs, Generation Z is saving more and relying less on financial help from family, a new study on money habits finds.

TL;DR: Despite rising housing costs, Generation Z is saving more and relying less on financial help from family, a new study on money habits finds.
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Where expat escapees from Dubai end up

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More: Where expat escapees from Dubai end up. Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share May 18th 2026 | Berlin, Dubai and Singapore | 6 min read L IFE IN DUBAI used to be about as blissful as white-collar expatriate e…
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How much is Donald Trump costing America’s economy? 

We calculate the drag on growth from fitful presidential policymaking

More: How much is Donald Trump costing America’s economy? . We calculate the drag on growth from fitful presidential policymaking
TL;DR: We calculate the drag on growth from fitful presidential policymaking
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5 cities that nail the retirement sweet spot

Americans retiring in 2026 may want to consider these five cities where cost of living, housing prices and senior amenities stretch savings further.

TL;DR: Americans retiring in 2026 may want to consider these five cities where cost of living, housing prices and senior amenities stretch savings further.
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Japanese Alzheimer’s Startup Sound Wave Raises About $17 Million

Japanese medical startup Sound Wave Innovation, which aims to cure Alzheimer’s disease with ultrasound therapy, has raised about $17 million from investors, including Singapore-based venture capital firm iGlobe Partners.

TL;DR: Japanese medical startup Sound Wave Innovation, which aims to cure Alzheimer’s disease with ultrasound therapy, has raised about $17 million from investors, including Singapore-based venture capital firm iGlobe Partners.
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Nation’s busiest commuter railroad to resume service after strike deal reached

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the LIRR strike will end after the MTA and union leaders reached a deal delivering raises while protecting riders.

TL;DR: Kathy Hochul announced the LIRR strike will end after the MTA and union leaders reached a deal delivering raises while protecting riders.
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Amazon accused of keeping hundreds of millions in tariff costs to curry favor with Trump administration

Amazon faces a class action lawsuit accusing the company of retaining unlawful tariff costs instead of refunding consumers who paid higher prices.

TL;DR: Amazon faces a class action lawsuit accusing the company of retaining unlawful tariff costs instead of refunding consumers who paid higher prices.
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Used EVs Are Now the Most Affordable Cars. Here’s How to Buy a Good One.

With rising oil prices and more used EVs coming off leases, the total cost of ownership equation has flipped.

More: Used EVs Are Now the Most Affordable Cars. Here’s How to Buy a Good One.. With rising oil prices and more used EVs coming off leases, the total cost of ownership equation has flipped.
TL;DR: With rising oil prices and more used EVs coming off leases, the total cost of ownership equation has flipped.
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Starbucks to cut 300 US jobs, close some regional support offices

Starbucks said on Friday that it is slashing 300 U.S. support roles and closing some regional offices as part of its Back to Starbucks turnaround strategy.

More: Starbucks to cut 300 US jobs, close some regional support offices. Starbucks said on Friday that it is slashing 300 U.S. support roles and closing some regional offices as part of its Back to Starbucks turnaround strategy.
TL;DR: Starbucks said on Friday that it is slashing 300 U.S.
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How to share the AI windfall

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More: How to share the AI windfall. Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share May 14th 2026 | 5 min read S hould artificial intelligence cause mass unemployment, workers will not be thrilled.
TL;DR: Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once There is a lot more to havens than crystal-clear waters and a promise of opacity
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The jobs apocalypse: a (very) short history

Mass unemployment induced by AI would be unprecedented

More: The jobs apocalypse: a (very) short history. Mass unemployment induced by AI would be unprecedented
TL;DR: Mass unemployment induced by AI would be unprecedented
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Walmart cutting or relocating about 1,000 corporate jobs

Walmart is reportedly cutting or relocating 1,000 corporate jobs as it simplifies its operating structure and pursues a tech-focused growth strategy.

TL;DR: Walmart is reportedly cutting or relocating 1,000 corporate jobs as it simplifies its operating structure and pursues a tech-focused growth strategy.
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Is AI putting graduates out of work already?

If you are studying coding, we might have some bad news

More: Is AI putting graduates out of work already?. If you are studying coding, we might have some bad news
TL;DR: If you are studying coding, we might have some bad news
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Boeing pursues massive China jet deal as CEO joins Trump's delegation to Beijing

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg says a potential deal for hundreds of jets is dependent on Trump-Xi negotiations as corporate leaders travel to China.

TL;DR: Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg says a potential deal for hundreds of jets is dependent on Trump-Xi negotiations as corporate leaders travel to China.
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Social Security recipients could see a bigger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027 as inflation rises

Social Security beneficiaries may see a larger cost of living adjustment in 2027, with estimates predicting a 3.9% COLA amid rising inflation concerns.

TL;DR: Social Security beneficiaries may see a larger cost of living adjustment in 2027, with estimates predicting a 3.9% COLA amid rising inflation concerns.
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How the world has avoided an oil catastrophe so far

The great commodity-market mystery is deepening

More: How the world has avoided an oil catastrophe so far. The great commodity-market mystery is deepening
TL;DR: The great commodity-market mystery is deepening
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Index rebalancing is now the biggest event in markets

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More: Index rebalancing is now the biggest event in markets. Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share May 12th 2026 | 4 min read W hat do the Indonesian stockmarket, South Korean government bonds and Robinhood, an on…
TL;DR: Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once There is a lot more to havens than crystal-clear waters and a promise of opacity
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Inflation continued to rise in April as Iran war impacted energy prices

Inflation continued to rise in April as consumer price growth has picked up due to the impact of the Iran war on energy markets and gas prices.

TL;DR: Inflation continued to rise in April as consumer price growth has picked up due to the impact of the Iran war on energy markets and gas prices.
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Amazon’s 30-minute delivery push raises stakes in race for speed

Amazon rolls out Amazon Now, a 30-minute delivery service for groceries and essentials, now live in Seattle, Philadelphia, Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta.

TL;DR: Amazon rolls out Amazon Now, a 30-minute delivery service for groceries and essentials, now live in Seattle, Philadelphia, Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta.
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Trump readies for Beijing summit with Xi as AI chip sales, farm goods top agenda

President Trump travels to China for a summit with Xi Jinping as trade tensions, AI chip restrictions and the Iran war reshape U.S.-China relations.

TL;DR: President Trump travels to China for a summit with Xi Jinping as trade tensions, AI chip restrictions and the Iran war reshape U.S.-China relations.
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Disney cruise canceled after boarding leaves passengers waiting hours and questioning response

Passengers say Disney Adventure's Singapore sailing was canceled after boarding due to technical issues, with families waiting hours for hotel details.

TL;DR: Passengers say Disney Adventure's Singapore sailing was canceled after boarding due to technical issues, with families waiting hours for hotel details.
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China wants more robots but not fewer workers

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More: China wants more robots but not fewer workers. Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share May 11th 2026 | Qingdao and Shanghai | 4 min read A year ago the city of Qingdao had just a handful of autonomous vehicles.
TL;DR: Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once There is a lot more to havens than crystal-clear waters and a promise of opacity
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America is experiencing a productivity miracle

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More: America is experiencing a productivity miracle. Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share May 11th 2026 | Washington, DC | 4 min read A s with many a miracle, onlookers disbelieved their eyes at first.
TL;DR: Marx would approve The new Fed chair will struggle to appease his colleagues, the market and Donald Trump all at once
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Saudi Aramco CEO warns oil markets may not recover until 2027 due to Hormuz disruptions

Saudi Aramco CEO says the global energy market has lost about 1 billion barrels of oil supply amid the Iran war's disruption to Strait of Hormuz shipping.

TL;DR: Saudi Aramco CEO says the global energy market has lost about 1 billion barrels of oil supply amid the Iran war's disruption to Strait of Hormuz shipping.
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DeepSeek and Alibaba rescue China’s office landlords

Technology firms are reviving (a few) Chinese commercial-property markets

More: DeepSeek and Alibaba rescue China’s office landlords. Technology firms are reviving (a few) Chinese commercial-property markets
TL;DR: Technology firms are reviving (a few) Chinese commercial-property markets
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UniCredit’s lowball bid for Commerzbank causes consternation

A bad-tempered battle for a big German bank

More: UniCredit’s lowball bid for Commerzbank causes consternation. A bad-tempered battle for a big German bank
TL;DR: A bad-tempered battle for a big German bank
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Donald Trump’s foreign policy gets a muscular finance arm

The Development Finance Corporation’s loan book may soon rival the World Bank’s

More: Donald Trump’s foreign policy gets a muscular finance arm. The Development Finance Corporation’s loan book may soon rival the World Bank’s
TL;DR: The Development Finance Corporation’s loan book may soon rival the World Bank’s
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Burlington to open over two dozen new stores across country in May

Burlington plans to open more than two dozen new stores across 20 states in May as the discount retailer expands beyond 1,000 U.S. locations.

TL;DR: Burlington plans to open more than two dozen new stores across 20 states in May as the discount retailer expands beyond 1,000 U.S.
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Disney CEO unveils entertainment giant's new 3-pillar growth plan

Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro outlines a three-pillar growth strategy focused on intellectual property, global consumer reach and AI-powered storytelling.

TL;DR: Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro outlines a three-pillar growth strategy focused on intellectual property, global consumer reach and AI-powered storytelling.
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Bayer to Buy Eye-Drug Developer Perfuse Therapeutics for Up to $2.45 Billion

The German pharmaceutical-and-agricultural group said the acquisition would complement its drug pipeline and leverage its ophthalmology footprint.

More: Bayer to Buy Eye-Drug Developer Perfuse Therapeutics for Up to $2.45 Billion. The German pharmaceutical-and-agricultural group said the acquisition would complement its drug pipeline and leverage its ophthalmology footprint.
TL;DR: The German pharmaceutical-and-agricultural group said the acquisition would complement its drug pipeline and leverage its ophthalmology footprint.
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Can Bill Ackman save the closed-end fund?

An outspoken financier wants to build a modern-day Berkshire Hathaway

More: Can Bill Ackman save the closed-end fund?. An outspoken financier wants to build a modern-day Berkshire Hathaway
TL;DR: An outspoken financier wants to build a modern-day Berkshire Hathaway
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SEC releases proposal to usher Wall Street into optional semiannual reporting

The SEC proposed allowing publicly traded companies to switch from quarterly to semiannual reporting using a new Form 10-S, offering more regulatory flexibility.

TL;DR: The SEC proposed allowing publicly traded companies to switch from quarterly to semiannual reporting using a new Form 10-S, offering more regulatory flexibility.
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Spirit Airlines lawyer says jet fuel price surge left carrier with 'no remaining way out' of bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines ceased operations after surging jet fuel prices and a failed federal bailout left the company with no remaining way out of bankruptcy.

TL;DR: Spirit Airlines ceased operations after surging jet fuel prices and a failed federal bailout left the company with no remaining way out of bankruptcy.
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Legendary economist known for 1969-70 recession prediction warns downturn may hit in 2026

Legendary Merrill Lynch forecaster Gary Shilling warns of a 2026 economic collapse driven by frozen housing, plummeting capital expenditures and weak consumers.

TL;DR: Legendary Merrill Lynch forecaster Gary Shilling warns of a 2026 economic collapse driven by frozen housing, plummeting capital expenditures and weak consumers.
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The EU wants to unshackle its economy. For real this time

Eurocrats are belatedly developing a healthy distaste for red tape

More: The EU wants to unshackle its economy. For real this time. Eurocrats are belatedly developing a healthy distaste for red tape
TL;DR: Eurocrats are belatedly developing a healthy distaste for red tape
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Budget airlines seek federal aid as Spirit shuts down after failed rescue

Budget airlines are seeking $2.5 billion in federal aid tied to rising jet fuel costs after Spirit Airlines ceased operations when a bailout deal fell through.

TL;DR: Budget airlines are seeking $2.5 billion in federal aid tied to rising jet fuel costs after Spirit Airlines ceased operations when a bailout deal fell through.
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UCB to Buy Candid Therapeutics for Up to $2.2 Billion

The deal seeks to bolster the company’s pipeline of experimental treatments for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

TL;DR: The deal seeks to bolster the company’s pipeline of experimental treatments for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.
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Spirit Airlines to cease operations after federal government bailout fails to materialize

Spirit Airlines will cease operations at 3 a.m. EST Saturday after a bailout from President Donald Trump failed to materialize in time due to reported financial complications.

More: Spirit Airlines to cease operations after federal government bailout fails to materialize. Spirit Airlines will cease operations at 3 a.m. EST Saturday after a bailout from President Donald Trump failed to materialize in time due to reported financial complications.
TL;DR: Spirit Airlines will cease operations at 3 a.m.
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Fidelity, Vanguard reportedly pause SPLC grants after federal fraud charges

Fidelity and Vanguard's charitable arms have reportedly paused grants to the SPLC through donor-advised funds after a federal indictment.

TL;DR: Fidelity and Vanguard's charitable arms have reportedly paused grants to the SPLC through donor-advised funds after a federal indictment.
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Apple chief Tim Cook says it was the 'right time' to step down as CEO

Apple CEO Tim Cook says three factors drove his decision to step down: the company's remarkable performance, its roadmap and the readiness of successor John Ternus.

TL;DR: Apple CEO Tim Cook says three factors drove his decision to step down: the company's remarkable performance, its roadmap and the readiness of successor John Ternus.
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Can countries grow richer by exporting people, not goods?

Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newslet…

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TL;DR: Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Unlock unlimited access to all our award-winning journalism, subscriber-only podcasts and newsletters Share Apr 30th 2026 | 5 min read M OST OF THE oil in Kerala is pressed from coconuts.
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India’s weak currency reflects deeper problems than the Iran war

It highlights a persistent inability to draw in foreign investors

More: India’s weak currency reflects deeper problems than the Iran war. It highlights a persistent inability to draw in foreign investors
TL;DR: It highlights a persistent inability to draw in foreign investors
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How Kalshi can help the Federal Reserve

Prediction markets may be a win for central banking

More: How Kalshi can help the Federal Reserve. Prediction markets may be a win for central banking
TL;DR: Prediction markets may be a win for central banking
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